9780847876181 - Biltmore House: the Interiors and Collections of George W Vanderbilt by Poupore, Darren; Jenkins, Laura C (29 results)

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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The largest house in America and an example of Gilded Age magnificence, Biltmore opens its doors for a tour of both its grand and belowstairs rooms in the first book on the iconic residence in more than thirty years.George W. Vanderbilt created one of the greatest self-sustaining American country estates of the late nineteenth centuryat its center, Richard Morris Hunts splendid 250-room French Renaissance chateau. Beyond the acres of gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and the imposing castle exterior lies one of the most notable private collections of fine and decorative art in the nation. Discover the wealth of treasures assembled in the historic rooms: paintings by Monet, Renoir, Sargent, and Whistler; Renaissance tapestries; rare books; and exquisite French and English furniture.Offering readers a glimpse into the design and furnishing of the North Carolina manse during the 1890s, the book explores Vanderbilts relationships with leading artists, art dealers, and decorating firms from Tiffany & Co. in New York to Allard & Sons in Paris. Step inside the Winter Garden, Banquet Hall, Tapestry Gallery, and Library, recounted in Vanderbilts own words. Visit the familys private apartments, with Rococo decors drawn in sumptuous detail, as well as the industrially equipped kitchens and the sculpture-filled formal terraces. Unlocked drawers and conserved canvases reveal spectacular provenances reaching to the canals of Venice and the port of Canton (Guangzhou). Together these luxurious spaces and remarkable objects tell a story both highly personal and representative of a social milieu. Paired with superb new photography taken specially for the book, they add depth and sparkle to the history of a glittering era. The largest house in America and an example of Gilded Age magnificence, Biltmore opens its doors for a tour of both its grand and belowstairs rooms in the first book on the iconic residence in more than thirty years. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The largest house in America and an example of Gilded Age magnificence, Biltmore opens its doors for a tour of both its grand and belowstairs rooms in the first book on the iconic residence in more than thirty years.George W. Vanderbilt created one of the greatest self-sustaining American country estates of the late nineteenth centuryat its center, Richard Morris Hunts splendid 250-room French Renaissance chateau. Beyond the acres of gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and the imposing castle exterior lies one of the most notable private collections of fine and decorative art in the nation. Discover the wealth of treasures assembled in the historic rooms: paintings by Monet, Renoir, Sargent, and Whistler; Renaissance tapestries; rare books; and exquisite French and English furniture.Offering readers a glimpse into the design and furnishing of the North Carolina manse during the 1890s, the book explores Vanderbilts relationships with leading artists, art dealers, and decorating firms from Tiffany & Co. in New York to Allard & Sons in Paris. Step inside the Winter Garden, Banquet Hall, Tapestry Gallery, and Library, recounted in Vanderbilts own words. Visit the familys private apartments, with Rococo decors drawn in sumptuous detail, as well as the industrially equipped kitchens and the sculpture-filled formal terraces. Unlocked drawers and conserved canvases reveal spectacular provenances reaching to the canals of Venice and the port of Canton (Guangzhou). Together these luxurious spaces and remarkable objects tell a story both highly personal and representative of a social milieu. Paired with superb new photography taken specially for the book, they add depth and sparkle to the history of a glittering era. The largest house in America and an example of Gilded Age magnificence, Biltmore opens its doors for a tour of both its grand and belowstairs rooms in the first book on the iconic residence in more than thirty years. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Hardback. Condition: New. George W. Vanderbilt created one of the biggest self-sustaining American country estates in the late nineteenth century at its center, Richard Morris Hunt s splendid 250-room French Renaissance chateau as well as assembled a notable collection of fine and decorative art that he displayed there. Explore the wealth of treasures within the awe-inspiring house: paintings by Monet, Renoir, Sargent, and Whistler; important Renaissance tapestries; fine Chinese porcelains; rare books; and exquisite French and English furniture. Establishing it as one of the finest repositories of fine and decorative arts in the nation. Beyond the imposing architecture and acres of gardens by Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of American landscape architecture, the focus is on the storied interiors the Winter Garden, Banquet Hall, Louis XV Suite, and Oak Sitting Room. Visit the family s private apartments, with their hidden corridors, as well as the kitchen, butler s pantry, and the many workrooms needed to maintain an opulent lifestyle. Offering readers a glimpse of the interior design and furnishings of the North Carolina manse during the 1890s, the book explores Vanderbilt s relationships with leading architecture and decorating firms and dealers from New York to Paris, as well as with the designers and gardeners who devised manicured lawns, gardens, and terraces that unite seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Together these magnificent spaces and priceless objects tell a story both highly personal and representative of a social milieu. Paired with superb new photography taken specially for the book by Abranowicz, they add depth and sparkle to the history of a glittering era.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The largest house in America and an example of Gilded Age magnificence, Biltmore opens its doors for a tour of both its grand and belowstairs rooms in the first book on the iconic residence in more than thirty years.George W. Vanderbilt created one of the greatest self-sustaining American country estates of the late nineteenth centuryat its center, Richard Morris Hunts splendid 250-room French Renaissance chateau. Beyond the acres of gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and the imposing castle exterior lies one of the most notable private collections of fine and decorative art in the nation. Discover the wealth of treasures assembled in the historic rooms: paintings by Monet, Renoir, Sargent, and Whistler; Renaissance tapestries; rare books; and exquisite French and English furniture.Offering readers a glimpse into the design and furnishing of the North Carolina manse during the 1890s, the book explores Vanderbilts relationships with leading artists, art dealers, and decorating firms from Tiffany & Co. in New York to Allard & Sons in Paris. Step inside the Winter Garden, Banquet Hall, Tapestry Gallery, and Library, recounted in Vanderbilts own words. Visit the familys private apartments, with Rococo decors drawn in sumptuous detail, as well as the industrially equipped kitchens and the sculpture-filled formal terraces. Unlocked drawers and conserved canvases reveal spectacular provenances reaching to the canals of Venice and the port of Canton (Guangzhou). Together these luxurious spaces and remarkable objects tell a story both highly personal and representative of a social milieu. Paired with superb new photography taken specially for the book, they add depth and sparkle to the history of a glittering era. The largest house in America and an example of Gilded Age magnificence, Biltmore opens its doors for a tour of both its grand and belowstairs rooms in the first book on the iconic residence in more than thirty years. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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