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The lush, seductive, nostalgic elegance of New Orleans' streets, parks, and public buildings, as well as the fanciful, nuanced interiors of some of its most beautiful private homes and gardens, are insightfully revealed in this comprehensive photographic homage to the "Venice of North America" Over 200 full-color photographs and an informative, evocative text capture the public face and the private soul of a city perennially fascinating to visitors and residents alike.

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The lush, seductive, nostalgic elegance of New Orleans' streets, parks, and public buildings, as well as the fanciful, nuanced interiors of some of its most beautiful private homes and gardens, are insightfully revealed in this comprehensive photographic homage to the "Venice of North America" Over 200 full-color photographs and an informative, evocative text capture the public face and the private soul of a city perennially fascinating to visitors and residents alike.

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This is a beautiful introduction to the multicultural art and architecture of the "Crescent City,'' the cognomen given to the city nestled along a tight bend of the Mississippi River. In this introductory history, the reader is familiarized with many new terms reflecting the multiethnic complexity of the local population. The combination of African, French, and Anglo-American immigrants formed a unique Creole culture that has produced its own music, cuisine, art, and architecture, displayed superbly in a vast variety of photographs. We are taken through interiors and enclaves, stopping in the homes and studios of several contemporary artists. The influence of French Impressionism is juxtaposed with modern New Orleans funk art, and we are struck by Catholic religious art permeating the cultural revelry of the city's famous parades. This book will entice anyone to visit New Orleans and will serve as pleasant reflection for those who have.
Library Journal
This is a beautiful introduction to the multicultural art and architecture of the "Crescent City,'' the cognomen given to the city nestled along a tight bend of the Mississippi River. In this introductory history, the reader is familiarized with many new terms reflecting the multiethnic complexity of the local population. The combination of African, French, and Anglo-American immigrants formed a unique Creole culture that has produced its own music, cuisine, art, and architecture, displayed superbly in a vast variety of photographs. We are taken through interiors and enclaves, stopping in the homes and studios of several contemporary artists. The influence of French Impressionism is juxtaposed with modern New Orleans funk art, and we are struck by Catholic religious art permeating the cultural revelry of the city's famous parades. This book will entice anyone to visit New Orleans and will serve as pleasant reflection for those who have.
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A stunning celebration of the city. An aesthetic delight. The 230 color photos of architecture, gardens, and interiors are sensual and vibrant; the text is insightful and well-researched.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780811841313
  • Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC
  • Publication date: 11/28/2003
  • Edition description: Revised
  • Pages: 224
  • Sales rank: 457,859
  • Product dimensions: 10.25 (w) x 10.25 (h) x 1.00 (d)

Meet the Author

Richard Sexton is a New Orleans-based photographer, writer, and lecturer. He also teaches photography at the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts. His work has appeared in numerous publications, including Southern Accents, Garden Design, and Smithsonian. His many books include Vestiges of Grandeur (0-8118-1817-9) and Gardens of New Orleans (0-8118-2421-7).

Randolph Delehanty has written over a dozen books including San Francisco Victorians (0-8118-2771-2) and Randolph Delehanty s Ultimate Guide to New Orleans (0-8118-0870-X), which explores the Big Easy with a dozen walking tours. He lives in San Francisco.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 27, 2011

    Purchased in 2004

    Love this book! Wonder if any of the homes are the same since Katrina 2005. Would be nice to see a post Katrina version.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 1, 2004

    the quintessential new orleans picture book

    As a New Orleanian, I usually groan whenver I open a picture book that purports to convey a sense of the city. (Most only do a good job at conveying what the average tourist sees.) Elegance and Decadence, however, captures the complexities and subtleties of New Orleans life, living, and style. My autographed copy is on a very short list of things I'd rescue from my house in a fire. It's that good.

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