100 treasures from the Brussels' museums.
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| Imprint: | [Tielt] : Uitg. Lannoo N.V., c2016. |
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| Description: | 223 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), maps, ports. ; 18 cm. |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11033823 |
| Summary: | The works in this book have been selected because of their historical value, uniqueness, character and state of preservation. The result is 100 treasures that reflect the diversity of Brussels' museums, and the permanent collections that reside within them. For each of the 100 artworks the authors give a description, a context and an anecdote. Themes range widely, from modern and contemporary art, ancient art, history and archaeology, to science, nature, and architecture. This book is a multifaceted aesthetic and scientific experience, and contains something everyone will enjoy. AUTHOR: The Brussels Museum Council promotes the Brussels Museums and organises events such as Museum Night Fever. SELLING POINTS: * Sumptuous colour pictures * Topics range from Magritte to the Iguanodons of Bernissart, from Rembrandt to giant waterlilies in the botanical garden of Meise |
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| Physical Description: | 223 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), maps, ports. ; 18 cm. |
| ISBN: | 9782390250012 2390250017 |
