Chiminees Francais (French Mantels & Hearths) 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
- 266 pages, 90% images
- French and English
- 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
- For more information, click here.
Hello, Pierre! I just went on line to research some marbles for a fireplace mantle and columns I am estimating and I find this!:) This book looks incredible; just what I needed. I hope you are well, my friend!!
xo, the cat
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