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Synopsis: More than 125 years ago, Baron Ferdinand Rothschild transformed a barren hill in the countryside outside London into the setting for an astonishing French Renaissance–style chateau that remains one of the most extraordinary houses in all of England. Bequeathed to Britain's National Trust in 1957, Waddesdon Manor and its spectacular gardens are now open to the public, welcoming more and more visitors every year.
Illustrated with specially commissioned photographs and unpublished historical material, this book provides a fascinating portrait of the Manor and its inhabitants. Perusing it, readers can marvel at the architecture and interior decor, wander through the romantic gardens, enjoy the renowned collections of superb English portraits, Dutch Old Masters, and exquisite furniture and textiles—and bask in le style Rothschild.
About the Author: Michael Hall is editor of 'Apollo Magazine', ex Deputy Editor of 'Country Life' and author of 'The English Country House: From the Archives of Country Life 1897-1939'.
Title: Waddesdon Manor: The Heritage of a ...
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New
Book Description Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Seller Inventory # wbs5237542887
Book Description Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004653444
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Book Description Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good Plus. 4to. 320 pp. very good in original green cloth gilt, very good in dustwrapper with small closed tear upper edge rear of wrapper, repaired and some light wear top and tail spine, good plus. Heavy book weighing over 2 kilos that will attract additional postage costs (i.r.o an extra £3.50 within the UK). Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Seller Inventory # 40701
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Good. Torn/worn dj. Good hardcover with some shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Oversized. Seller Inventory # mon0000035471
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Book Description Condition: Good. Book is in Used-Good condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. 5.72. Seller Inventory # 0810932393-2-4
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Good. First Edition. More than 125 years ago, Baron Ferdinand Rothschild transformed a barren hill in the countryside outside London into the setting for an astonishing French Renaissance-style chateau that remains one of the most extraordinary houses in all of England. Bequeathed to Britain's National Trust in 1957, Waddesdon Manor and its spectacular gardens are now open to the public, welcoming more and more visitors every year. Illustrated with specially commissioned photographs and unpublished historical material, this book provides a fascinating portrait of the Manor and its inhabitants. Perusing it, readers can marvel at the architecture and interior decor, wander through the romantic gardens, enjoy the renowned collections of superb English portraits, Dutch Old Masters, and exquisite furniture and textiles-and bask in le style Rothschild. Seller Inventory # SONG0810932393
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Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Folio, 320 pp., floor plan, family tree, colour photographs throughout by John Bigelow Taylor. Foreword by Lord Rothschild. Dark green cloth with gilt title on spine. Unclipped dust jacket shows wear to one corner. Large book may require an increase to the shipping charge. Seller Inventory # 003450