The Library of Versailles: Rare Books, Precious Bindings and Amazing Fakes

Published on 27 October 2023, by Christophe Dorny

The treasures of the Central Library of Versailles are on display in the elegant reception galleries of the former French Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Navy, built in 1762.

Louis ?Maurisan, Projet du feu d'artifice, tiré à Versailles en présence de Sa Majesté…... The Library of Versailles: Rare Books, Precious Bindings and Amazing Fakes

[Louis ?]Maurisan, Projet du feu d'artifice, tiré à Versailles en présence de Sa Majesté… (Project for the Fireworks Display at Versailles in the Presence of His Majesty…), 1771.

Ranging from cuneiform tablets to drawings, prints, books, manuscripts, coins, and medals, the 91 items on view span the full range of human history. Luckily, the exhibition avoids the pitfall of being a mishmash. Thorough research and a simple, effective design these works have…

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