Featuring over 200 stunning illustrations of some of the most beautiful and rare pieces of art and furniture from around the world, this catalogue provides a unique insight into the eclectic tastes and artistic talent of socialite and philanthropist Rita Lydig. With informative descriptions and background research by art historian Wilhelm Reinhold Valentiner, this book is both a work of art in itself and an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of design and decorative arts. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.