Conveys the gradual influence of the Italian style over French artists around 1500: trilobite Gothic style motifs give way to Renaissance style foliage and Italianizes arabesques cover the shafts of the pillars.
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One of the astrologers appointed byCatherine de Medicis- referred to as such b'cos of the sign on the mantelpiece, considered to be a cabalistic sign. It is more likely to be a monogram designed by Diane de Poitiiers. A commode armchair, a cabinet and a Bruges tapestry from the 17th century.
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We can see this cathedral on the way to the chateau
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Summer time always have exhibition from famous photographs....
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Chateau de Chaumont is also now known for its summertime garden festival, one of the more popular gardens with visitors featuring each year a selection of modern garden installations.
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Made by Hermes in 19th century
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Built at the start of the 16th century and restored in 1884-1886.
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Was built by de Broglie architect, Paul-Ernest Sanson. The fireplace showing all the sculpted items appearing on the exterior frontages of the castle is the work of Margotin.
Written Aug 6, 2009
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Was built by de Broglie architect, Paul-Ernest Sanson. The fireplace showing all the sculpted items appearing on the exterior frontages of the castle is the...
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The Château of Chaumont (from "Chauve Mont" or Bald Hill, then changed into "Chaud Mont" or Hot Hill) stands on a rise beside the river Loire, in the mids of a dense wood of all trees. As early as...
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Of the dozens of spectacularly beautiful chateaux on the Loire, this is our Number 2. In a picturesque lawn setting, a short walk uphill from the town, we just sat and marvelled at its beauty.
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