Jacques Garcia, known not just for his enthusiasm for antiquities but also for his much-lauded and internationally acclaimed interior design work, purchased the majestic Château du Champ de Bataille in a state of virtual ruin twenty years ago and meticulously restored it to its former magnificence. Garcia brought his substantial expertise earned from various restoration projects, including rooms at Versailles and the Louvre, to the castle, which is now a treasure house of seventeenth and eighteenth century architecture, furnishings, and garden design.
 
Every aspect, from the library's valuable book collection to the great dining room's unique collection of Sèvres porcelain to the taxidermy hall, has been meticulously analyzed and interpreted through the prism of Jacques Garcia's remarkable eye and inimitable style. Jacques Garcia's diligent study and epic restoration are documented in this beautifully illustrated volume. Garcia's masterpiece will be a revelation to specialists in French art and a delight and inspiration to anyone interested in interior decoration and restoration, as it is informed by history and imbued with the exquisite beauty of the château and its priceless collection of paintings, sculptures, porcelain, silver, and furniture.