Chantilly in History and Art by Luise Richter is a portrait of one of France’s most magnificent châteaux, long the seat of the princely house of Condé and later of the Duc d’Aumale. Richter traces the history of the estate, its noble owners, and the celebrated art collections gathered within its walls.
The book weaves together the dynastic history of the families who held Chantilly with an appreciation of its architecture and treasures. It illuminates the world of the French high nobility and their role as patrons and collectors. This free EPUB download preserves the complete illustrated text for readers of art and aristocratic history.