Banquet of Wonders: A Delighting in The World Publisher / Wakefield Press

Banquet of Wonders: A Delighting in The World Publisher / Wakefield PressAt the crossroads of an artistic, aesthetic and poetic heritage, this title invites readers to partake in a visual feast of art and decorative objects celebrating the taste for collecting and the love of nature. The banquet of the title refers specifically to the objects and utensils laid out for consuming a meal, especially those that celebrate food and drinks connection to the natural environment. Selected pieces range from the Art Nouveau period to

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