Format:
352 Seiten
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Illustrationen
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26 cm
ISBN:
1785942611
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9781785942617
Content:
The Royal Collection is the last great collection formed by the European monarchies to have survived into the twenty-first century. Containing over a million artworks and objects, it covers all aspects of the fine and decorative arts, from paintings by Rembrandt and Michelangelo to grand sculpture, Faberge eggs and some of the most exquisite furniture ever made. The Royal Collection also offers a revealing insight into the history of the British monarchy from William the Conqueror to Queen Elizabeth II, recording the tastes and obsessions of kings and queens over the past 500 years. 0With unprecedented access to the royal residences of St James' Palace, Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace, A Royal Collection traces the history of this national institution from the Middle Ages to the present day, exploring how royalty used the arts to strengthen their position as rulers by divine right and celebrating treasures from the Crown Jewels to the "Abraham" tapestries in Hampton Court Palace. Author Michael Hall examines the monarchy's response to changing attitudes to the arts and sciences during the Enlightenment and celebrates the British monarchy's role in the democratisation of art in the modern world. Packed with glimpses of rarely seen artworks, 'A Royal Collection' is a visual treat for all art enthusiasts. 00Exhibition: The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, London, UK (08.12.2017-13.05.2018)
Note:
"This book is published to accompany the television series entitled 'Art, passion & power: The story of the Royal Collection' first broadcast on BBC Four in 2018." - "Michael Hall accompanies the major BBC series."
Language:
English
Keywords:
Royal Collection
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Geschichte
Author information:
Charles III. Großbritannien, König 1948-
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