The Belle Epoque Life in Paris by Wilfried Zeisler

The Belle Epoque Life in Paris by Wilfried Zeisler

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The Belle Epoque Life in Paris by Wilfried Zeisler

Based on previously unpublished documents, this book traces the life in Paris of Countess Olga von Hohenfelsen, later known as Princess Paley, the morganatic wife of Grand Duke Paul of Russia, uncle of the last emperor, Nicholas II.

Wilfried Zeisler holds a PhD in art history and is deputy director and chief curator at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, Washington, DC. His work focuses on the history of taste, collections, and the decorative arts. He is the author, among other publications, of L'Objet d'art et de luxe francais en Russie (1881-1917) (2014) and Les Youssoupoff-Un siecle de Collections francaises (2023).

Megan J. Martinelli holds a master of science degree in historic textiles and costume from the University of Rhode Island and is the curator of Textiles, Apparel, Jewelry, and Accessories at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, Washington DC. Her work focuses on identity and expression through fashion and adornment. Megan recently contributed to Hillwood's publication, The Joy of It: The Houses and Collections of Marjorie Merriweather Post (2022).

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ISBN 13 9781917273060
ISBN 10 1917273061
Title The Belle Epoque Life in Paris
Author Wilfried Zeisler
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher D Giles Ltd
Year published 2025-04-07
Number of pages 350
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.