We present the 12th installment of "THE ROAD," a series of landscapes captured by photographer Hidenobu Kasahara during his European travels: the Palace of Versailles in France.
The Palace of Versailles, located 22km southwest of Paris, was built by Louis XIV in 1682 over a period of 50 years. Its symmetrical Baroque architecture is characteristic of the palace. It was designated a World Heritage Site in 1979. The greatest attraction of the Palace of Versailles is its magnificent rooms, such as the Hall of Mirrors, the King's and Queen's Hall, and the Chapel, all of which are lavishly decorated, conveying the authority and power of the Sun King at the height of absolute monarchy.
The first thing that catches your eye is the large equestrian statue of Louis XIV.
Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV
Golden Gate
Its Baroque facade is 400 metres long.
This is the site of the wedding of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. This two-story chapel houses former kings and royal family on the upper floor, while the lower floor is used by believers. The high ceilings create a magnificent atmosphere throughout the entire chapel.
Royal Chapel 1st Floor
Royal Chapel 1st Floor
"Royal Chapel 2nd Floor"
Royal Chapel, 2nd floor
Statue-lined corridor
This room, with its ceiling depicting the deification of Hercules, was primarily used for concerts, balls, and ambassadorial receptions.
Hercules Hall
Hercules Hall
Hercules Room
Hercules Room
There are also many paintings hanging on the walls and ceilings of the other rooms.
Venus Hall
Diana Hall
Diana Hall
Mars Hall
Apollo Hall
Apollo Hall
The Hall of Mirrors is said to be the most magnificent place in the palace. Its 17 arcades, ceiling-hanging chandeliers, and 357 mirrors fill the entire room, creating a fantastical atmosphere. This magnificent space was the envy of kings from around the world. It measures approximately 75 meters long, 10 meters wide, and 12 meters high. Marie Antoinette is said to have frequently danced here.
Hall of Mirrors
24 exquisitely crafted chandeliers shine brightly.
Chandelier
The "Large Candelabra" were created by Leblanc, and there are a total of 80 of them.
Large Candelabra
The room is decorated with works that exude a warmth.
Hall of Peace
Hall of Peace
Oval Lemoyne Painting
This room was used as a bedroom and where past queens spent most of their days. The last queen to use it was Marie Antoinette. It's also said that her princes were publicly born here, so it's no exaggeration to say it's the birthplace of the line of princes.
The Queen's Bedroom - Ceiling
The Queen's Bedroom - Bed
The King's Bed
Located in the center of the palace.
Louis XIV, the Sun King, had his bedroom designed to face the rising sun, which was his symbol. A magnificent feather ornament adorns the canopy.
Sleeping Room
Sleeping Room
Sleeping Room
Antechamber
Cabinet Meeting Room
[Bringing Water to a Waterless Place]
By installing a water-pumping system on the Seine River and using an aqueduct, they succeeded in bringing water to the waterless city of Versailles.
Garden
There are also many other works of art and paintings, so if you have the opportunity, please be sure to visit.
"THE ROAD" is a story woven together by roads, people, and the city.
Pay particular attention to Kasahara Hidenobu's art-like photography, which captures a quiet, warm atmosphere.
Our road continues, gazing at the past, present, and future.
"THE ROAD" by Hidenobu Kasahara
https://hidenobu.com/the_road/
photo: Hidenobu Kasahara
Photographs featured in THE ROAD are now on sale on the website below.
https://www.pick-up-design.com
The setting for the 12th installment is the Palace of Versailles in France.
The Palace of Versailles, located 22km southwest of Paris, was built by Louis XIV in 1682 over a period of 50 years. Its symmetrical Baroque architecture is characteristic of the palace. It was designated a World Heritage Site in 1979. The greatest attraction of the Palace of Versailles is its magnificent rooms, such as the Hall of Mirrors, the King's and Queen's Hall, and the Chapel, all of which are lavishly decorated, conveying the authority and power of the Sun King at the height of absolute monarchy.
The first thing that catches your eye is the large equestrian statue of Louis XIV.
Equestrian Statue of Louis XIVGolden GateIts Baroque facade is 400 metres long.
Royal Chapel
This is the site of the wedding of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. This two-story chapel houses former kings and royal family on the upper floor, while the lower floor is used by believers. The high ceilings create a magnificent atmosphere throughout the entire chapel.
Royal Chapel 1st FloorRoyal Chapel 1st Floor"Royal Chapel 2nd Floor"
Royal Chapel, 2nd floorStatue-lined corridorHercules Hall
This room, with its ceiling depicting the deification of Hercules, was primarily used for concerts, balls, and ambassadorial receptions.
Hercules HallHercules HallHercules RoomHercules RoomThere are also many paintings hanging on the walls and ceilings of the other rooms.
Venus HallDiana HallDiana HallMars HallApollo HallApollo HallHall of Mirrors
The Hall of Mirrors is said to be the most magnificent place in the palace. Its 17 arcades, ceiling-hanging chandeliers, and 357 mirrors fill the entire room, creating a fantastical atmosphere. This magnificent space was the envy of kings from around the world. It measures approximately 75 meters long, 10 meters wide, and 12 meters high. Marie Antoinette is said to have frequently danced here.
Hall of Mirrors24 exquisitely crafted chandeliers shine brightly.
ChandelierThe "Large Candelabra" were created by Leblanc, and there are a total of 80 of them.
Large CandelabraRoom of Peace
The room is decorated with works that exude a warmth.
Hall of PeaceHall of PeaceOval Lemoyne PaintingThe Queen's Bedroom
This room was used as a bedroom and where past queens spent most of their days. The last queen to use it was Marie Antoinette. It's also said that her princes were publicly born here, so it's no exaggeration to say it's the birthplace of the line of princes.
The Queen's Bedroom - CeilingThe Queen's Bedroom - BedThe King's Bed
Located in the center of the palace.
Louis XIV, the Sun King, had his bedroom designed to face the rising sun, which was his symbol. A magnificent feather ornament adorns the canopy.
Sleeping RoomSleeping RoomSleeping RoomAntechamberCabinet Meeting RoomGardens
[Bringing Water to a Waterless Place]
By installing a water-pumping system on the Seine River and using an aqueduct, they succeeded in bringing water to the waterless city of Versailles.
GardenThere are also many other works of art and paintings, so if you have the opportunity, please be sure to visit.
"THE ROAD" is a story woven together by roads, people, and the city.
Pay particular attention to Kasahara Hidenobu's art-like photography, which captures a quiet, warm atmosphere.
Our road continues, gazing at the past, present, and future.
"THE ROAD" by Hidenobu Kasahara
https://hidenobu.com/the_road/
photo: Hidenobu Kasahara
Photographs featured in THE ROAD are now on sale on the website below.
https://www.pick-up-design.com
