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The French Country House Book by Christiane de Nicolay-Mazery & Bernard Touillon

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The French Country House By: Christiane de Nicolay-Mazery and Bernard Touillon Epitomizing what the French call l’art de vivre (the art of good living), The French Country House is a breathtaking invitation to share the charm of these private countryside dwellings. Here are beloved places of retreat—old manor houses, small chateaus, stud farms, even a former convent—that, because of their great age and accumulated memories, provide endless delight for family and friends. Each country house is a treasure trove of history, with beautiful furnishings as well as family albums, faded love letters, attics full of old toys, fancy dresses, retired pianos, left-over brocades and wallpapers—even libraries hidden at the tops of towers. The French Country House is rich with the colors, texture, and histories of these treasured homes. Christiane de Nicolay-Mazery, an auctioneer, collector, and journalist, specializes in French art de vivre and the history of old families. Her books include The Finest Houses of Paris and The French Chateau: Lifestyle and Tradition. Additional information: Portrait Paperback 192 pages 220 color illustrations ISBN: 978-0-86565-194-4 Dimensions: 9 x 12 in.
  • Creator:
    Christiane de Nicolay-Mazery (Author)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    21st Century
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(Current Production)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    Available Now
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  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5846237500062
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