Fanfare for the Sun King - Softcover

Cowen, Pamela

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Softcover

ISBN 10: 1903942209 ISBN 13: 9781903942208

Publisher: Third Millenium Pub Ltd, 2006

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This illustrated volume, published in conjunction with an exhibition at The Fan Museum, Greenwich, gathers together a group of over 40 fans and fan leaves dating from the reign of Louis XIV.
These fans and fan leaves are presented within five thematic chapters, which together present a unique insight into the social, cultural and political life of the Court of Louis XIV, much of it centred on the Gardens of Versailles and the role played by the fans in presenting and promoting all aspects of Louis' reign.
The author identifies many of the sources of the designs and motifs of the fans, and shows how the design and decoration of these fans was integrally linked with wider stylistic developments within the decorative arts.

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About the Author:

Pamela Cowen, was the Chairman of the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (1978-1980), founder and Vice-Chairman of the Heritage Co-ordination Group (1981-1997) and a Council Member of the Oriental Ceramic Society (1996-1999).

Review:

In his review of the publication, Dr Thomas Cocke, Chief Executive, NADFAS said: "Pam Cowen's new book on the painted fans of Louis XIV's Court brings a neglected subject vividly to life. As well as dazzling the eye, she shows how these fans evoke the very essence of the Sun King's splendours. Colourful, witty and sharply observed, the fan leaves show the charm behind the grandeur of French Baroque". Peter Thornton, former Keeper of the Furniture at the V & A added: "This book has been beautifully produced, with marvellous illustrations".

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