{"title":"Lelia Packer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of Lelia Packer, a distinguished author known for her captivating explorations within the realms of Travel \u0026amp; Adventure. Lelia Packer excels in combining her passion for art history with the enchantment of discovering new places, creating an immersive reading experience that both educates and inspires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her book \u003cem\u003eCanaletto and Guardi\u003c\/em\u003e, Packer takes you on a connoisseur’s journey through the picturesque and timeless streets of Venice. This insightful work not only offers a deep dive into the lives and legacies of these two legendary Venetian painters but also paints a vivid tableau of the cultural and geographical landscapes that influenced their masterpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you delve into Lelia Packer’s writings, prepare to embark on adventures that stretch beyond the mere physical journey. Her works are ideal for readers who appreciate a harmonious blend of cultural introspection and the allure of travel, showcasing Packer’s unique ability to connect artistic expression with the indescribable beauty of exploration. Perfect for art lovers and adventurers alike, this collection promises to enrich your love for both art and the endless possibilities of the places they depict.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"canaletto-and-guardi-by-lelia-packer-9781785513206","title":"Canaletto and Guardi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the renowned Old Master paintings at the Wallace Collection in London is an important group of 27 eighteenth-century views of Venice, known as \u003cem\u003evedute\u003c\/em\u003e, by Canaletto and his followers, including Francesco Guardi. They hang together in a dedicated gallery known as the Canaletto Room, but the majority had not been cleaned since the nineteenth century and their original beauty was obscured by multiple layers of discoloured varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paintings have now been restored following a recent multi-year conservation and research project, and this book presents them in their renewed splendour. It features essays and commentaries by Charles Beddington, the global expert on \u003cem\u003evedute\u003c\/em\u003e, and by Wallace Collection curator Lelia Packer, which provide fresh insights into the artists' creative processes, the dating of pictures, and their authorship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCanaletto and Guardi\u003c\/em\u003e is a gorgeous celebration of the beauty of Venice that these paintings convey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072147308780,"sku":"9781785513206","price":69.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19746893482823.jpg?v=1765081680"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/lelia-packer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}