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Paris: Life & Luxury In The Eighteenth Century
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Luxury Items From Centuries Past Are Most Often Seen Within Museum Settings, Devoid Of Their Connotations In Time And Space. This Groundbreaking Book Seeks To Reimagine Objects From Eighteenthcentury Paris Within Their Original Context, Showing How They Were Used In The Daily Routines Of Elite Members Of Society. Against The Background Of The Reign Of Louis Xv (R. 17231774), The Chapters Move Chronologically From Morning To Night, Covering Such Topics As Temporal Literacy And Technological Advances In Timekeeping; Innovations In Domestic Architecture And Design For Privacy; Fashion And Selfidentity As Expressed In The Ritual Of The Morning Toilette; Reading And Discussion Of Literary Texts As Influences On The Collecting Of Art; And Sociability And Politesse During Nocturnal Entertainments.The Book Reflects Current Scholarship In Social History And Material Culture, But Rather Than Being An Exploration Of The Vernacular, It Investigates The Emergence Of The Luxury Trade In Eighteenthcentury Paris, Whose Products Survive In Great Quantity Due To Their Superior Materials And Craftsmanship. The Essays Reveal Many Of The Considerationspractical, Social, And Aestheticthat Inspired Their Production. By Connecting The Purposes, Function, And Beauty Of These Works Of Art, The Volume Makes A Fascinating And Important Contribution To The Study And Enjoyment Of A Great Period In French Culture. The Publication Coincides With The Exhibition Paris: Life & Luxury On View At The J. Paul Getty Museum From April 26 Through August 7, 2011 And At The Museum Of Fine Arts, Houston, From September 18 Through December 10, 2011.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Paris: Life & Luxury in the Eighteenth Century'? A: The book explores luxury items from eighteenth-century Paris within their historical context, illustrating how they were integrated into the daily lives of the elite during the reign of Louis XV.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Charissa Bremer-David.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide about luxury trade in the 18th century? A: The book investigates the emergence of the luxury trade in eighteenth-century Paris, detailing the practical, social, and aesthetic considerations behind the production of luxury goods.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 164 pages.
- Q: When was 'Paris: Life & Luxury in the Eighteenth Century' published? A: The book was published on May 17, 2011.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is the book new or used? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics including temporal literacy, technological advances in timekeeping, domestic architecture, fashion, self-identity, and social customs during nocturnal entertainments.
- Q: Does the book coincide with any exhibitions? A: Yes, the publication coincides with the exhibition 'Paris: Life & Luxury' at the J. Paul Getty Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
- Q: What is the significance of this book in the study of French culture? A: The book contributes to the understanding of a significant period in French culture by connecting the purpose, function, and beauty of luxury items from the 18th century.