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Laura Cerwinske. Russian Imperial Style. An elegant and beautifully illustrated, full-color paean to the lost world of 19th century Russia's aristocratic opulence melded with formal design. Cerwinske (1948-) focuses on eye-catching object d'art, magnificent painting and riveting architecture via spectacular color photos and a rich text. The furniture, the paintings, the interior decoration and the decorative arts, including the French influences, are all here to be enjoyed. One of the best books on the topic.
NY: Prentice-Hall, 1990. First edition (not the bargain reprint), 223 pages. Hardcover with dustjacket in a clear protective jacket cover. Our store sticker on the back cover. 1 copy only.