Arthur Byne’s Remarkable Diplomatic Legacy: The Architect, Author, and Entrepreneur in Spain Hardcover – September 23, 2024

Arthur Byne’s Remarkable Diplomatic Legacy documents the crucial impact Byne had on the history of Spanish art and architecture through his publications in the United States. Byne and his wife Mildred Stapley were champions of Spanish culture, playing an integral role in launching the Spanish Revival through lavishly illustrated books with architectural drawings and photographs. Their close association with collectors such as William Randolph Hearst and Archer Milton Huntington, combined with the design talents of Julia Morgan, resulted in a wide acceptance of Spanish design and culture throughout the continental US. Arranged in nine chapters, Brotherston's superbly illustrated book includes a first-time view of the Byne historic home interiors in Madrid. The Byne House was purchased by the United States Department of State in 1944, listed on their Historic Registry in 2006, and is the only American diplomatic residence formerly owned by a famous American architect. Read more