An Island Sanctuary: A House in Greece (book)

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By John Stefanidis (Author), Susanna Moore (Author), Fritz Von Der Schulenburg (Photographer)

[Hardcover]

The photographs in this book give me a proper idea of colour and space in this lovely house. Go to page 100 when you have bought the book and just look at the brilliance of the blue striped cushions against the whitewashed walls, the mass of flowers and beyond a plain stone table. Indeed every page is a delight; views of the country surrounding the house and the garden are breathtaking. I particularly like the juxtaposition of Millington-Drake paintings with the photographs. I can recommend this book to anyone interested in the art of perfection. --- review by V. Mcdonaugh

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