Ninfa

2009 Gardens

Author : Charles Quest-Ritson
Release : 2009
Genre : Gardens
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 477/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Ninfa written by Charles Quest-Ritson. This book was released on 2009. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The history of Ninfa stretches back to Roman times. During the Middle Ages, this town was squabbled over, sacked, beset by malaria, and eventually abandoned to the elements. A forgotten section of the estate of the aristocratic Caetani family, it was left to slumber until the 20th century when descendants transformed it into the stunning place it is today. Based on Charles Quest-Ritson's 20-year study of Ninfa, this book showcases the garden's unique appeal in images of plants winding over ruined towers and walls, roses scrambling for footholds in crumbling archways, and the frescoed church wall still standing, proudly exposed to the weather. In compelling text and lush images, the author explores the riches of the only garden in Italy to be featured on a postage stamp, devoting chapters to its history, discovery, and rediscovery, the glittering personalities associated with it, the garden today, and more.

The Garden of Ninfa

1999 Gardening

Author : Marella Caracciolo
Release : 1999
Genre : Gardening
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : /5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Garden of Ninfa written by Marella Caracciolo. This book was released on 1999. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This enchanted spot close to Latina is rarely open to the public and so had remained pure and uncontaminated. Its especial beauty is lovingly revealed by superb photography.

Gardens of Italy

2005-09-15 Travel

Author : Ann Laras
Release : 2005-09-15
Genre : Travel
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 900/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Gardens of Italy written by Ann Laras. This book was released on 2005-09-15. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This inspirational book is an illustrated survey of more than 60 major gardens in Italy, from the lakes north of Milan down to Ravello in the south. They include the Villa Balbianello, Isola Bella, Giardini Giusti, Villa Medici, Villa Gamberaia, La Mortella, Villa Lante, Villa d'Este, Giardini di Ninfa, plus some important modern gardens. All the gardens featured are open to the public.

Italy's Private Gardens

2010-10-01 Gardening

Author : Helena Attlee
Release : 2010-10-01
Genre : Gardening
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 105/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Italy's Private Gardens written by Helena Attlee. This book was released on 2010-10-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Helena Attlee’s 20 years of experience with gardens lets her bring readers the very best in Italy's Private Gardens. She has talked and teased with owners, in the process admiring some of Italy's finest gardens, both large and small. She has even delved into the past and explored the future. The result is a book full of wonderfully fresh insight into those most marvelous of creations — the great gardens of Italy. At Villa Barbarigo in the Veneto, Count Pizzoni Ardemani recounts childhood tales of playing in the garden and talking to the statues. Countess Pietromarchi persuades roses to thrive in the challenging climate of central Italy, sharing this secret — and many others — in her garden at La Ferriera in southern Tuscany. Each garden has been specially photographed by Alex Ramsay and he, too, brings readers the people behind the plants in this spectacular, unique look at beautiful gardens.

Majorelle

1999 Gardens

Author : Madison Cox
Release : 1999
Genre : Gardens
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 764/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Majorelle written by Madison Cox. This book was released on 1999. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Majorelle Gardens of Marrakech were laid out in the 1920s by Louis Majorelle, the French decorator, architect and painter renowned for his participation in both the art nouveau and art deco movements. He gave his name to the shade of blue lavishly used to paint the house and ornament the garden decoration. The site has been restored and replanted by the designer Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Berge in the vibrant primary colours of the original, to which they have added their personal touch. This manual explores the Gardens through photographs and text, and includes garden maps, plant lists and practical information on visiting times and best seasons.

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