{"product_id":"knopf-guide-the-louvre-9780679764526","title":"Knopf Guide: The Louvre","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrignially built as a palace for the kings of France  the Louvre is Paris -- if not the worlds -- most breathtaking museum. A destination in itself  the Louvre has an extensive collection that offers something for every taste. See the ancient glories of Mesopotamia and the palace of Sargon II  king of Assyria; study the marble statues  and delicate ceramics of the Greco-Roman world; or walk through the galleries and study the paintings of Raphael  Leonardo  Van Dyck  El Greco  Gericault  Goya and other greats.  Let the Knopf Guide help you explore the Louvres rich architectural history and unsurpassed collection (from Leonardos Mona Lisa to a pyramid from the sands of Egypt) -- all explained in encyclopedic detail. Go behind-the-scenes to learn about the framing  restoration and documentation of the collection. Take in the surrounding sights  from the Tuileries Gardens to the Saint-Roche Cathedral  the Palais-Royal and the Bourse du Commerce. An informative and indispensable volume for art lovers of all tastes  this lavishly illustrated guide is a trusted companion for anybody visiting this unique part of Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45646998372405,"sku":"ByrdShop_0679764526","price":65.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780679764526.jpg?v=1781684855","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/knopf-guide-the-louvre-9780679764526","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}