Bagatelle: A Princely Residence in Paris

Name: Bagatelle: A Princely Residence in Paris
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By Nicolas Cattelain

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Bagatelle: A Princely Residence in Paris by Nicolas Cattelain delves into the rich architectural and cultural history of the prominent Bagatelle estate, a symbol of opulence and artistic grandeur in the heart of Paris. The book explores the evolution of this remarkable residence, its illustrious inhabitants, and its significance as a cultural landmark. Through vibrant imagery and narrative, it encapsulates the estate's charm and enduring legacy.
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An unprecedented look into the history, art, and gardens of Château de Bagatelle, the Parisian getaway villa of kings and royal family members.

In 1775, the Comte d'Artois, brother of Louis XVI and future King Charles X, purchased the Bagatelle estate in the Bois de Boulogne on the outskirts of Paris. The sumptuous château he constructed there—designed by François-Joseph Bélanger and modelled on a neo-Palladian villa—along with its picturesque gardens were lauded by prestigious European and American visitors, including Thomas Jefferson.

Spared by the Revolution, Bagatelle became the setting for many important moments in European history and was acquired by the city of Paris in 1905. While the park with its magnificent rose garden remained open, the Mansart Foundation, with a team of experts, oversaw an extensive renovation of the château to restore the architectural jewel to its former glory.

This beautifully illustrated volume recounts the fabulous history of Château de Bagatelle and its various owners, with spectacular new photography, unpublished archival documents, and insightful text.

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Bagatelle: A Princely Residence in Paris by Nicolas Cattelain is celebrated for its stunning photography and insightful text, offering a detailed exploration of the historical and architectural significance of the Bagatelle estate in Paris. Reviewers praise it for its engaging narrative and meticulous research, making it both an aesthetically pleasing and informative read for those interested in arts and culture.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9782080247520

Publisher: Editions Flammarion

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 September 2023

Country: France

Imprint: Flammarion

Illustration: 200 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

Photographs by Bruno Ehrs
Foreword by Charlotte Vignon

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 310.0mm

Weight: 2220g

Pages: 280

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Arts & Culture Nicolas Cattelain Non-Fiction

About the Author

Nicolas Cattelain is a collector, writer, and philanthropist. After a career in capital development in London, he now dedicates his time to his passion for the arts, particularly the decorative arts of the eighteenth century. He regularly supports publications in this field and is involved with several museums in Europe and the United States. He is President of the Fondation du Château de Bagatelle, which, under the aegis of the Fondation Mansart, is carrying out the renovation and reopening of the estate to the public.

Bruno Ehrs is an award-winning Swedish photographer whose work has been published in Jacques Garcia: A Sicilian Dream, Villa Elena; Vaux-le-Vicomte: A Private Invitation; Château de Villette; Villa Balbiano; A Day at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte; and Chaumet: Parisian Jeweler since 1780, all published by Flammarion.

Charlotte Vignon is a specialist in European decorative arts. After holding positions at The Cleveland Museum of Art and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, she was curator of decorative arts at The Frick Collection in New York for more than ten years, and then director of the Cité de la céramique (the French national museum of ceramics) in Sèvres. Vignon has organized numerous exhibitions and is the author of many publications, including Pierre Gouthière: Virtuoso Gilder at the French Court (2016), and Duveen Brothers and the Market for Decorative Arts, 1880-1940 (2019).