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In the 18th century, Mallorcan country homes became a symbol of prestige, and this one, built by Cardinal Antonio Despuig, is one of the finest examples. The Cardinal was an antiquarian and so adorned his Italianate estate with Classical statuary to complement the grand Neoclassical staircase. The parterres are beautifully laid out in the Italian taste of the day, with not only Classical touches such as fountains and a belvedere, but also picturesque medieval references.
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