| Author |
D'Awans, Robert |
| Title |
L'Ameublement de l'Hôtel de Pitsembourg au milieu du XVIIe siècle
Communication faite en séance du 26 avril 1901
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Joris Van Dael and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"L'Ameublement de l'Hôtel de Pitsembourg au milieu du XVIIe siècle" by Robert D'Awans is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the furnishings and interior of the Hôtel de Pitsembourg, focusing on detailed inventories from the mid-17th century during a period of notable cultural and social significance in Belgium. The author provides insights into the lifestyle and heritage of the Teutonic Order knights who resided there, allowing readers to understand the intricacies of their domestic life. The book meticulously examines various rooms of the Hôtel de Pitsembourg, providing comprehensive descriptions of furniture, artwork, and ceremonial items found within the building. Through the analysis of 17th-century inventories, the reader is transported to a time when opulence and attention to detail were paramount. D'Awans presents not only the physical items but also contextualizes them within the historical narrative of the Teutonic Order, highlighting the significance of each piece in relation to the culture and traditions of the era. The author also touches upon the visitors who frequented this notable establishment, further enriching the narrative of life within the Pitsembourg during its zenith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
DH: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg
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| Subject |
Furniture -- Private collections -- Belgium -- Inventories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11586 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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