Description
If ever a place could embody an ideal, it would be the legendary Ritz Paris on Place Vendôme. Behind luxury, service and décor lies the vision of a man: César Ritz, who revolutionized the hotel industry by turning it into an art and an industry. Personally taking care of every detail, regardless of expenses for comfort and cuisine, Ritz created in 1898 a mythical hotel, a place where you went to see and be seen, where you felt at home and transported to another world. In the heart of the City of Light, the Ritz Paris shines and international personalities from the world of high society, fashion, art, literature, cinema, finance and diplomacy have illuminated its halls, from Boni and Anna de Castellane to Barbara Hutton, from Princess Grace to the Duchess of Windsor, from Maria Callas, Coco Chanel and Ernest Hemingway to Cornelius Vanderbilt, Winston Churchill, Marc Chagall, Marlene Dietrich and Sir Elton John. Recently this jewel in the heart of Paris underwent a complete restoration and now the Ritz Paris has reopened its elegant doors to the world, a fascinating star who treads the scenes of Place Vendôme with renewed spirit. This radiant volume overflows with elegant images illustrating the illustrious guests of the Ritz and showcasing the impeccable work of designer Thierry W. Despont and architect Didier Beautemps to restore and rejuvenate the hotel while respecting its intrinsic history. ITEM CANNOT BE RETURNED Size&Fit: W 24 x H 30 x D 3 cm 224 pages Language: English Author: L.Verch, original photography by Robyn Lea
