Dive into hidden treasures, dreams of universal knowledge, and exquisite beauty in this stunning collection of curiosities from Massimo Listri.
Cabinets of curiosities were extremely popular in the 16th and 17th centuries. They offered glimpses into worlds filled with natural wonders and trinkets and treasures that were meant to reflect the order of the universe. This volume from Taschen takes the reader on a journey through the world's most fascinating collections, like the Medici treasury and the Green Vault in Dresden. This book will transport you to another time -- when collecting oddities was paramount.
- Hardcover
- Multilingual Edition -- English, German, and French
- 447 pages
