Pierre Frey : Tissus, Papiers Peints, Tapis Et Mobilier Une Histoire Familiale De Passion Et De Créativité

Enchanting brocades and damasks, luminous hand-woven silk velvets, traditional woodblock prints, vibrant contemporary designs conceived as veritable works of art: Pierre Frey, a family business founded in 1935, is famous for the diversity and boldness of its creations. It has established itself in the world of luxury as the undisputed master of upholstery fabrics and wallpapers.

After acquiring Braquenié, Le Manach and Thorp of London, Pierre Frey now owns one of the world's largest private textile estates, and works with the Louvre and the Château de Versailles. It decorates châteaux and supplies contemporary and traditional fabrics and wallpapers for elegant private homes.

This book by Patrick Frey, son of the company's founder, who joined Pierre Frey in 1970 and is now artistic director of the famous house, reveals the history of the company, how it was passed on to the next generation, the beauty and variety of its contemporary and historical collections, and the secrets of its extraordinary success.