The Royal Lazienki in Warsaw was transformed in the 18th century into the summer residence of Stanislaw August Poniatowski. Throughout his 33-year reign, Stanislaw August, the last king of Poland, amassed a collection of paintings, sculptures, prints, as well as coins and medals, made by both European and Polish artists. With time, the Royal Lazienki became the first in Poland modern museum open to the public. Today, the Royal Lazienki is known as 'the most beautiful place in Warsaw'. Each year, the gardens are visited by more than 2 million people. The royal residence is also one of the most prestigious places in the capital city. It hosts many prestigious cultural events. The Chopin concerts, Festival of Baroque Opera, Zone of Silence Festival, Festival of Lights, Winter Musical Salons and Poetry Salons are popular recurring events. AUTHOR: Professor Zbigniew Wawer has been the head of the Royal Lazienki Museum since 2017. An eminent military historian, he has been Director of the Polish Army Museum as well as a researcher, lecturer and author. SELLING POINTS: The first modern museum in Poland to open to the public Known as 'the most beautiful place in Warsaw' Host to the Chopin concerts, Festival of Baroque Opera, Zone of Silence Festival, Festival of Lights, Winter Musical Salons and Poetry Salons 40 colour illustrations

Book Information
ISBN 9781785513640
Author Zbigniew Wawer
Format Paperback
Page Count 80
Imprint Scala Arts & Heritage Publishers Ltd
Publisher Scala Arts & Heritage Publishers Ltd
Weight(grams) 165g