Tom Parsons (Author), with additional entries by Kathryn Barron and Matthew Winterbottom
ISBN 978 1 902163 92 5
Softback, 224 pages, 122 colour illustrations, 18 x 11cm (7" x 4.5")
This pocket-size book gives an introduction to the history and contents of the most famous royal palace in the world. It gives a tour in miniature using close-up colour illustrations and 100 specially selected treasures from the Royal Collection with detailed descriptions and insights into each piece's acquisition.
The selection includes paintings, furniture, silver gilt, porcelain, and architectural details, reflecting all the beauty and magnificence of this world-famous landmark, and the art collection which adorns it.
Tom Parsons teaches the history of art and is an occasional lecturer at the National Gallery.
Kathryn Barron was Assistant Curator of Paintings at the Royal Collection.
Matthew Winterbottom was Assistant Curator of Works of Art at the Royal Collection.
