10, avenue d'iéna built by Ernest Janty for the. Prince Roland Bonaparte. World War I

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2 Introduction... We follow the story of one of Paris s most historic and prestigious residences, 10 Avenue d Iena, in a documentary linking the building with historical and cultural events since its completion in 1896 and current major renovation by Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts. Built during the fin de siècle for Prince Roland Bonaparte, the residence has seen so much of Paris s great turning points, from the founding of National Geographic to the inception of aviation, two world wars, the great Paris 1910 flood, major art movements and shifting fashions in the worlds most stylish city. The story will be told through the diverse history of the building and its involvement within Parisian culture throughout the years. Focusing on details of the current restoration by Shangri-La Hotels Resorts and illustrating the links between past and present.

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4 Snapshot... A snapshot of Paris during the fin de siècle reveals Maxim s as the in-spot; Fauchon was selling his epicurean goodies all over Europe; Caron perfumery was still re-creating Marie Antoinette s favourite perfume for ladies in the know; Picasso was embracing the social niceties of the Paris elite while still trying to hang onto his bohemian ways and Art Nouveau was the design style that marked the era. On the banks of seine the great exhibition was about to launch, the Eiffel Tower was nearly complete and grand residence was under construction. Roland Bonaparte s address at 10 Avenue d Iena in the fashionable 16th arrondissement was in the midst of high society and he mingled with many of the luminaries of the era. A larger than life character he was forced to relinquish a distinguished career as a lieutenant in the 36th Infantry Regiment ( the French passed a law banning family members of former French rulers from serving in the army) in favour of becoming a scientific explorer. He remained President of the Societe de Geographie ( the forerunner to National Geographic) from 1907 until his death An invitation to a dinner or gathering at Avenue d Iena was opportunity to follow the travels of Prince Roland into exotic lands for encounters with the Lapps north of Finland, the Sami s of northern Norway, the Native American people and cultures and the tribes of Surinam. One of the best archives of the photos from his adventures exists at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC. When Bonaparte died in 1924 he had left behind a giant herbarium built in his residence which housed 2.5 million scientific samples most of which are now archived at The Claude Bernard University in Lyon after firstly being rejected by the Natural History Museum in Paris because they had no room to house it. Other parts of his collection, books and photographs are at The Smithsonian, Standford, Princeton and The New York Botanical Gardens Library. Prince Roland s death also signalled the end of the bloodline of the Bonaparte name. His daughter Marie ( by Roland s marriage to Marie Blanc, the daughter of Monte Carlo s real estate developer) married Prince George of Greece and was a confidant of Sigmund Freud and because of her wealth she was also able to pay his ransom to the Nazi s during the war. Princess Marie s son Peter followed in his grandfather s footsteps as an anthropologist specialising in Himalayan customs His great-great grand-daughter Princess Constanza della Torre e Tasso was a debutante into Parisian society at Le Bal at Le Crillon Hotel in 2007.

5 10, avenue d'iéna paris development Prince Roland Bonaparte Timeline A series of celebrated figures occupied parts of the residence Sir Charles Mendl and Lady Mendl (socialite) Jean Gabriel Domergue (artist) La famille Senn-Foulds (art benefactors) Universal Company of the Suez Canal purchased the residence Sometime after 1950 the building became the home of UBIFrance , avenue d'iéna built by Ernest Janty for the Prince Roland Bonaparte Redeveloped by Michel Roux Spitz Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts purchase building 2010 Roland Bonaparte Born Roland Bonaparte marries Maria Blanc Marie Bonaparte Born Maria Blanc Dies 1896 Roland Bonaparte Dies ( ) German occupation of France Paris Liberated 1950 Marie Bonaparte Dies ( ) 2005 Opening Rolands parents Prince Pierre Napoleon Bonaparte and Justine Eleanore Ruflin Roland was grandson of Lucien Bonaparte, Emperor Napoleon I's brother. Roland Bonaparte Expedition to Lapland Marie Bonaparte married Prince George of Greece and Denmark World War I Dali arrived in Paris a place for inspiration and expression All the socialites moved out of Paris Eiffel Tower Complete Exposition Universelle Roland became President Société de Géographie Gare de Lyon, Grand Palais and Petite Palais were constructed Great Paris Floods

6 Content Quietly, this building has influenced Parisian culture for over 100 years, the people who have lived there have been some of the most interesting in Paris s history. Exploring the history and by interviewing key guardians of the buildings future, this documentary will present just how important this building is to French culture past, present and future. The key people bringing this restoration back to its originality with a modern aesthetic are; Richard Martinet - Architect Reverse engineer the steps in the restoration process using existing photos and renderings with the use of animation. Pierre Yves Rochan - Interior Designer Explore the Chandeliers of old and new Paris. How the interior of the palace tells a story through its colours and materials. Louis Benech - Landscape Designer La vie en Rose the special significance of roses and examples of Paris s magnificent gardens Art - Exploring the art of era and how generations of influential occupants had a direct impact on art culture of the time. Architecture - Looking at how Bonaparte s brave use of sculpture challenged architectural norms and how Martinet tackles the preservation of this. Fashion s resident Lady Mendl was a fashionista of her day, and even today Paris is still a leader in the fashion industry. The City - 10 Avenue d Iena has seen the turn of two centuries during which time society has changed and the local area illustrates this the chef concierge can tell the story. Food - Bonaparte s legendary soirees influenced by his international travels and how the new chef at the Shangri-La surpass this. Society - For 114 years the cream of society have either lived, visited or stayed at this residence. Parallels can be drawn with its future use. Flowers, Chandeliers & Furnishing - All have a presence within the building showing the ornate character of the Shagri-La Hotel Paris

7 Authored by... Michael Palin Kristian Scott Thomas Catherine Deneuve Emmanuelle Béart Marion Cotillard Juliette Binoche