The Hermitage

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Published in Russia for the Tri-Centennial of St. Petersburg, this is a sumptuous volume on both the spectacular Palaces of … more Published in Russia for the Tri-Centennial of St. Petersburg, this is a sumptuous volume on both the spectacular Palaces of the Czar (Hermitage) and its interiors, as well as the world-class art collection it houses. European art from the Renaissance to the 20th century, Primitive, Asian and Classical Art from Antiquity are all on exhibit. The 473 plates of lavish color photography includes several gatefolds. The book is sold only at the Hermitage and through its store and is surprisingly scarce in America. Aside from a bit of curling to the lower page corners, book appears unread and untouched.
The Hermitage by Mikhail Piotovsky et al. St. Petersburg: Ivan Fedorov/P-2 Art Publishing, 2001. 510 pgs., 473 color plates. less