ESTANCIAS

Sinopsis del producto

Featuring over thirty of Argentina´s most magnificent estancias, this sumptuously Ilustrated volume traces these country estates from their origins in the sixteenth century,through their phenomenal rise at the end of the last century, to their important role today. Located throughout the length and breadth of the country -in the mountainous north, the arid western plains, the fertile central pampa, and the desolate tablelands of the south-the estancias produced the hides and wool, the quality meat and grain thatat the turn of the century made Argentina one of the world´smost powerful economies. Built in a wide range of architectural styles, with borrowings from Spain, Italy, France, England, and Scotland,the residences of the estancieros are a fascinating hybrid of European and Argentine cultural traditions. In her illuminating text, author María Sáenz Quesada examines the estancias´ distinctive architectural features, interiors, parks, and gardens, giving us a unique glimpse into Argentine country style. She also explores the intimate connection between the colorful founders of these great estates and the social and cultural history of Argentina. Itis a dramatic saga of conquistadors and caudillos, indians, gauchos, and entrepreneurs, immigrants and millionaires. With exquisite full-color photographs and vintage black-and-white photographs, this opulently designed volume captures the rugged, romantic flavor of the good life on theArgentine pampa.

9781558594791

THE GREAT HOUSES AND RANCHES OF ARGENTINA

SAENZ QUESADA, MARIA; VERSTRAETEN, XAVIER A.