Excerpt from Le Passetemps, Vol. 2
On a jugé qu'un ouvrage, où sont disséminés tant de petits faits variés et de noms de person nages plus ou moins en vue, ne pouvait se passer d'une table, qu'on s'est appliqué à faire aussi complète que possible.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, written by a Spanish courtier at the end of the 16th century, provides a detailed description of the construction of the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a colossal palace built by King Philip II of Spain to house the royal tombs and serve as a residence for the king and his court. The author, who was present during the construction, gives a vivid account of the architectural design, artistic treasures, and daily life within the monastery. He describes the vast complex of buildings, including the royal apartments, the library, the basilica, and the courtyards, and provides insights into the political and religious motivations behind the project. The book also offers a glimpse into the artistic and intellectual culture of the Spanish Renaissance, as the author discusses the works of famous artists and scholars who contributed to the decoration and furnishing of the monastery. Through its detailed descriptions and historical context, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the grandeur and significance of one of the most important architectural achievements of the Renaissance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780483008977_0
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