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Technical details
80 pages, paperback, 23 x 28.5 cm, 110 color illustrations.
Publication date
2004ISBN French2-07-011800-2
French only
Co-publisher(s)
Gallimard
A spectacular décor designed by Charles Le Brun in the 17th century for the young Sun King, culminated in the 19th century with the Triumph of Apollo by Delacroix, the Apollo Gallery is home to the prestigious collection of Crown Jewels. An unparalleled treasure trove for the kings of France, this sumptuous gallery has in itself attained the rank of masterpiece.