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Scala Books, an imprint of Philip Wilson Publishers Limited, London, 1998 Book. Fine. Soft cover. English text.; Paperback.; 19,5 x 27,5 cm; 0.540 Kg; 128 pages with colour illustrations throughout.; Used with minor signs of wear in the interior. The exterior show signs of shelf wear.; This publication serves as a guide for the interiors and gardens of the Palace of Queluz in Portugal. Describing the architectural development of the palace, the author dwells into its history, of those who inhabited it, and those who influenced its course throughout its long existence. Through the palace's physical characteristics, both interior and exterior, the readers are able to learn about the development of architecture, decorative arts, history, court culture and landscape in Portugal. The book is enriched with striking architectural plans showing the changes made to the palace through time, with images of the pieces in the palace's collection and contemporary photographs of the palace and its gardens.… Read More