Friday, May 17, 2013

Lower Belvedere - The Marble Gallery

The trophies of war stuccoed onto the walls of the Marble Gallery refer to the military successes of Prince Eugen of Savoy, whose apotheosis is presented in the stucco relief on the ceiling: He is enthroned well armed in centerfield and receives awards, whereas hatred and envy are dispelled from peace.

2 comments:

  1. Oh my God! I love this. Some of the lines are almost art nouveau. Very cool.

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  2. Amazing details, Vreni, and what a space!

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