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Louis XIV by Rigaud, 1701

Feb 11, 2016

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Ferdous Nejer

Louis XIV by Rigaud, 1701. Louis XIV and Family, 1710, by de Largilliere. The “Old Chateau” of Versailles 1668. Originally built in 1623 by Louis XIII as a gentleman’s hunting lodge. “The New Chateau” wrapped old, 1668-1670. 1682: Became Official Residence. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Louis XIV by Rigaud, 1701

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Louis XIV and Family, 1710, by de Largilliere

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The “Old Chateau” of Versailles 1668

Originally built in 1623 by Louis XIII as a gentleman’s hunting lodge.

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“The New Chateau” wrapped old, 1668-1670

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1682: Became Official Residence

Outer terrace was converted into the Hall of Mirrors

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Ante-chamber of the King’s Suites

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King’s Bedchamber

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Versailles Chateau facade

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Royal Chapel of Saint Louis

Royal Chapel of Saint Louis (Louis XI was the crusader king of France). Louis XIV worshipped in this chapel each day.

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Altar of the Royal Chapel of Saint Louis