French Mantels & Hearths | VL-40

Chiminees Francais is a wonderful visual history of mantles and hearths that are unique and well-crafted. From the Renaissance, to gothic styles, to today- this book offers a wide array of designs. Decorative painters will love the close-up marble shots and the carvings and bas-reliefs that are begging to be transformed into a painted ornament. Reference book of mantels of the centuries For painters: carvings, bas-relief to copy- great shots of marble/stone For designers: multiple styles with full-view, detailed pictures 266 pages, 90% images French/English Text Written by Samuel Roger