Description
Paperback cover has some wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This vintage guide offers a fascinating glimpse into the grandeur of the Versailles fountain displays, a spectacle that captivated visitors to the Sun King’s palace for centuries. Featuring stunning illustrations and detailed descriptions, it transports readers back to the 17th century when the engineering marvels of the fountains were a symbol of French power and opulence. As you turn the well-preserved pages, you can almost hear the roar of the water and imagine the awe of the crowds gathered to witness the choreographed aquatic performances. A true treasure for anyone interested in the history of landscape architecture, hydraulic engineering, or the lavish world of the French monarchy under Louis XIV. This copy, though showing some wear on the cover, remains a delightful time capsule of an era when fountains were more than mere decorations, but grand theatrical displays of human ingenuity and royal grandeur.
