This long-awaited 656-page publication showcases the extraordinary talent, diversity and unique achievements of Antoine Favray through 1,000 stunning colour images.

Featuring contributions from renowned international and lochal scholars, the book delves into Favray’s diverse artistic repertoire, from ecclesiastical and mythological themes to genre paintings, portraits, jewellery designs, and captivating sketches of domestic interiors. A comprehensive catalogue of all known paintings is included in this definitive work.

Discover numerous unpublished works by this French artist who made Malta his home from 1744 to 1798, with a significant interlude in the Levant from 1762 to 1771. The book sheds light on his diplomatic connections, personal life and controversial accusations, as well as revealing previously unknown letters and a rare unpublished mural.

Embark on a journey to the Golden Orient and witness the breathtaking vistas Favray captured with unparalleled skill of palaces and ambassadors ‘ residences, now lost to ravages of development.

Uncover the magnificence of the ‘Favray Staircase’ commissioned by a prominent ambassador holding office in Constantinople from 1746 to 1772.