The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Synopsis of The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

«The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial» is the illustrated essay by Carmen García-Frías Checa, published by Patrimonio Nacional in paperback.

A visual and documentary tour of the Monastery of El Escorial and the artistic treasures it holds, gathered by the kings of Spain over four centuries. With more than two hundred colour illustrations in a large format, the book presents masterpieces of architecture, sculpture, painting and decoration; guides the reader through its rooms and explains the history and legacy of Philip II.

English edition of 207 pages, translated by Philip Knight and revised by Laura A. E. Suffield. Belongs to the Reales Sitios de España series.

Reference work for readers interested in the architecture, art and history of Spain, as well as for those seeking an overview of the monastery.