Charles Le Brun 1619–1690 – Louvre-Lens Exhibition Catalogue – Book

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Immerse yourself in the heart of the “Grand Siècle” (the Great Century) with the definitive exhibition catalogue *Charles Le Brun (1619–1690)*—the most comprehensive monograph dedicated to the primary painter to Louis XIV. Published by Liénart to accompany a major retrospective at the Musée du Louvre-Lens, this large-format collector’s volume explores the genius of the “Sun King’s” painter, who served as director of the Gobelins Manufactory and masterminded the interior decorations of the Palace of Versailles. It is an essential research tool and an editorial masterpiece, enriched with hundreds of illustrations—an ideal resource for historians, collectors, and enthusiasts of classical art.

This exceptional art book (ISBN 9782359061734) stands out for its scholarly rigor and remarkable print quality. Weighing nearly 2.5 kg, this large-format volume (23.6 x 29.7 cm) spans 439 pages and is in very good condition, ensuring perfect clarity in the reproductions of masterful works—from the portrait of Chancellor Séguier to the ceilings of the Hall of Mirrors. Written in French under the direction of renowned curators and specialists, it offers unparalleled academic expertise on this master of French Classicism. Seize the opportunity to add this significant edition to your library; it is now highly sought-after and out of print.

This reference work was produced under the scientific direction of Bénédicte Gady (curator at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs) and Nicolas Milovanovic (chief heritage curator at the Musée du Louvre), ensuring absolute academic rigor.

The copy has been carefully inspected: the hardcover binding is sturdy, and the interior is pristine—free of any marks or annotations, with the exception of one slightly creased corner. The dust jacket/cover shows very slight signs of handling at the corners, consistent with careful library use.

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