Versailles: From Louis XIV to Jeff Koons

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About the Work

Welcome to the grand Château de Versailles, one of the most renowned palaces in the world. This book details the historical, social, and cultural significance of the property, from its humble beginnings as a hunting lodge requested by Louis XIII in 1623, to its expansion under Louis XIV, and its eventual transformation into a museum under Louis-Philippe in 1837. Versailles has played host to numerous momentous occasions, from scientific advancements to diplomatic summits and visits from notable figures such as Mozart, Queen Victoria, and the Kennedys, as well as contemporary artists like Jeff Koons.

Featuring archival images and stunning photography, Versailles: From Louis XIV to Jeff Koons includes insightful commentary by Catherine Pégard, president of the Château de Versailles, and Mathieu da Vinha, scientific director of the Château de Versailles Research Center, offering a glimpse into the rich history of this magnificent monument.

About the Author

Catherine Pégard, former editor in chief of Le Point newspaper, became adviser to President Nicolas Sarkozy in 2007, and since 2011 has served as president of the Public Establishment of the Palace, Museum and National Estate of Versailles. She was honored with the Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur in 2012.

Mathieu da Vinha holds a doctorate from the Sorbonne and is the author of numerous articles and books on Versailles. He specializes in matters of the court of France and the daily functioning of the Palace of Versailles under the Ancien Régime. His publications include Le Versailles de Louis XIV (2009), Versailles pour les Nuls co-written with Raphaël Masson (2011), Versailles: Histoire, dictionnaire et anthologie (co-director, 2015), Au service du roi: Dans les coulisses de Versailles (2015), Dans la Garde-robe de Marie-Antoinette (2018), and Vivre à la cour de Versailles en 100 questions (2018). He is also a regular participant in interviews and broadcasts on the subject of Versailles.

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Number of pages: 234
Number of illustrations: 200
Language: English
Released in: November 2020
Size: W 40 x L 47.5 x H 7.8 cm
Weight: 9.525 kg
Further features: Handcrafted volume in a luxury silk clamshell case with metal plaque
ISBN: 9781614289623