Why Marie Antoinette Continues to Be Loved Over 250 Years Later: "Collector's Edition: Queen Marie Antoinette: A Portrait of Beauty" to be Released July 2nd

Sekai Bunka Publishing will release the "Collector's Edition: Queen Marie Antoinette: A Portrait of Beauty" on July 2, 2026. The London-originated, world-touring exhibition "Marie Antoinette: Style" will be held exclusively in Japan at the Yokohama Museum of Art starting August 1st. This book is a collector's edition to help you enjoy the exhibition more deeply.

Marie Antoinette, known as the most fashionable queen in history. The fashion, interiors, and aesthetics of life she loved have continued to influence creators worldwide from the 18th century to the present day. This book introduces the Palace of Versailles and the Queen's private residence, the Petit Trianon, with abundant visuals, and delves into her character through letters and historical documents to approach the true charm of this beauty icon.

London-Originated, World-Touring Exhibition "Marie Antoinette: Style"

The opening pages feature the world-touring exhibition "Marie Antoinette: Style," planned and supervised by the V&A Museum in London. This exhibition, which will be held exclusively in Japan at the Yokohama Museum of Art from August 1, 2026, is a much-talked-about event that unravels the Queen's character and the influence of her aesthetic sense on later fashion, design, and art. This book introduces the highlights and exhibited works of the exhibition with beautiful visuals, making it enjoyable both before and after viewing.

Exhibition Period: August 1, 2026 (Sat) - November 23, 2026 (Mon, Holiday)

Venue: Yokohama Museum of Art

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Chapter 1: The Splendor of the Bourbon Dynasty and Queen Marie Antoinette

Tour the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Palace of Versailles and the Queen's beloved private space, the Petit Trianon, with abundant photographs. The magnificent palace symbolizing national prestige and the Queen's retreat where she sought nature and freedom. Through these contrasting spaces, we decipher Marie Antoinette's aesthetic sense, values, and the ideal life she envisioned.

Chapter 2: Marie Antoinette's Emotional Journey

Born into the prestigious Habsburg family of Austria, Marie Antoinette married the Dauphin of France at the age of 14. While living a glamorous court life as queen, she was tossed about by turbulent times and ended her life at the age of 37. In this chapter, using precious materials such as her correspondence with her mother, Maria Theresa, as clues, we approach her as an individual woman who loved her family, pursued beauty, and embraced new values.

Chapter 3: The Legacy of Beauty Surrounding the Queen

Magnificent court portraits of the Queen, pioneering fashion of the era, refined table artistry—The world of beauty cultivated by Marie Antoinette continues to have a significant impact not only in the 18th century but also on modern fashion and lifestyles. In this chapter, through the arts and culture loved by the Queen, we explore her outstanding aesthetic sense and the source of her timeless charm.

Book Overview

"Collector's Edition: Queen Marie Antoinette: A Portrait of Beauty"

Release Date: July 2, 2026 (Thu) ■ Price: 2,310 yen (tax included)

Specifications: B5 variant, 136 pages

Publisher: Sekai Bunka Publishing Co., Ltd.

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