Michael Rotondi

better stewardship

ISBN 978-1-60606-146-6

this book is invaluable to anyone who wants to learn more about the art of sculpture

and what they are made of

Woven Gold: Tapestries of Louis XIV CAA 2025 Michael RotondiCharissa Bremer David With essays by Pascal Franois Bertrand, Arnauld Brejon de Lavergne, and Jean Vittet Meticulously woven by hand with wool, silk, and gilt metal thread, the tapestry collection of the Sun King, Louis XIV of France, represents the highest achievements of the art form. Intended to enhance the kings reputation by visualizing his manifest glory and to promote the kingdoms nascent mercantile economy, the royal collection of tapestries