Artisans work to correct flaws in marble in the famous Hall of Mirrors at the Chateau of Versailles. In 1919, the Treaty of Versailles was signed here, ending World War I. Extending 233 feet along the west facade of the chateau, the room features 17 large mirrors facing tall arched windows.
A week later, this artisan had moved to the opposite side of the Hall of Mirrors. The work is part of an ongoing restoration effort throughout the Versailles complex.
A door leading to the King's chambers is painted and gilded.
In one chambre at Versailles, stickers on the ceiling indicate where gilt and paint touch-ups are needed.
A portion of the ceiling in the Hall of Mirrors unaffected by ongoing restoration work.
They were working on the hall of mirrors & had scaffolding up when we where there four years ago! A major undertaking! JP
Posted by: JanePoe (aka Deborah) | 28 April 2007 at 06:43
This would be fascinating to watch. I bet it is back breaking work
Posted by: AscenderRisesAbove | 27 April 2007 at 16:34
In my next life I would love to be an artist doing restoration work like this. Such amazingly, wonderful treasures to take care of and cherish.
Posted by: Britt-Arnhild | 27 April 2007 at 15:33
I love checking in for your pictures, especially of Versailles! I can't wait to go there on my next trip to France.
Posted by: Alyssa | 27 April 2007 at 13:34
David and I went to Versailles maybe three years ago, before the current restoration and it looked pretty good to me even then! When I was a little girl, I dreamed I'd one day dance with a dark, handsome man in the Hall of Mirrors. Next time David and I go, I'll grab him for a quick two-step before they can tell us to stop! Tara, dear, are you taking scores of your visitors to Versailles? I'm so happy to have your documentation, regardless of the reason!Da
Posted by: Laura | 27 April 2007 at 11:20
David and I went to Versailles maybe three years ago, before the current restoration and it looked pretty good to me even then! When I was a little girl, I dreamed I'd one day dance with a dark, handsome man in the Hall of Mirrors. Next time David and I go, I'll grab him for a quick two-step before they can tell us to stop! Tara, dear, are you taking scores of your visitors to Versailles? I'm so happy to have your documentation, regardless of the reason!
Posted by: Laura | 27 April 2007 at 11:19