Symbols of Power: Napoleon and the Art of the Empire Style, 1800-1815
A landmark in the history of the decorative arts and an essential reference, "Symbols of Power" is a comprehensive look at Napoleons majestic Empire Style. No ruler in the history of the world has been more aware of the capacity of symbolism to propagate power than Napoleon I; and to support his new vision he sponsored a program of arts that proclaimed France the New Rome.
Superb photographs, many taken expressly for this volume, exhibit gorgeous objects decorated with a wealth of antique motifscolumns, arches, laurel wreathes, acanthus leaves, eagles, Egyptian hieroglyphscreated by master French furniture-makers, silversmiths, jewelers, and porcelain and textile manufacturers. Figures of Fame and Victory abound, and furniture, vases, porcelains, and even silverware display an antique style that projects the aura of imperial majesty.
Regency Furniture by Frances Collard, ISBN 0907462510
The period from 1790 to 1840 saw the production of some of the most inventive and decorative furniture ever made. This book is the standard work on the period.
Regency Furniture by Frances Collard, ISBN 0907462510 
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King Tut Coloring Book
One of the most important archaeological discoveries of the early twentieth century was the tomb of Tutankhamun. This ready-to-color collection of 30 detailed illustrations includes scenes from the life of the Egyptian boy-king, as well as his death mask, furniture, jewelry, sculpture, and other rare artifacts found at the burial site. An excellent source of Egyptian pictorial design, the volume will delight coloring book fans and anyone fascinated by the glories of ancient Egypt.
King Tut Coloring Book
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