The Louvre: Or Biography Of A Museum (1855)

By Bayle St. John

Book Overview

The Louvre: Or Biography Of A Museum is a book written by Bayle St. John in 1855. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. St. John describes the origins of the museum, which was once a royal palace, and how it was transformed into one of the most famous art museums in the world. The author also covers the museum's collections, including paintings, sculptures, and other works of art. The book provides a detailed analysis of some of the most famous pieces in the museum, including the Mona Lisa and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. St. John also explores the political and social context of the museum's development, including the role of Napoleon Bonaparte in expanding the museum's collections. Overall, The Louvre: Or Biography Of A Museum is a fascinating exploration of one of the world's most iconic cultural institutions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167230418
• ISBN13: 9781167230417
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"