Preserving French Art: Rural Churches Support

Description

'La sauvegarde de l'Art Français. Cahiers n° 21' (Paris, Picard; Sauvegarde de l'Art Français, 2008). Softcover in-4° (29 cm), 178 pages. Folded illustrated cover, numerous plans, maps, and black-and-white as well as color photographic illustrations in-text. Index. Founded in 1921 by Édouard Mortier, Duke of Trévise, 'La Sauvegarde de l’Art Français' is one of the oldest organizations dedicated to preserving France’s historical and artistic heritage. Since 1972, it has primarily focused on assisting municipalities and private owners in safeguarding at-risk churches and chapels. Fine copy.