Once upon a time at the château of Condé
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Once upon a time there was a fairy who lived in a marvelous château. For a very long time, she kept watch over this dwelling and yearned each day to welcome new guests.
02. The Prince's Gallery
Louis the 1st was Marie de Luxembourg's grandson. The "mother" of all of Europe's royal dynasties.
03. The honorary staircase
in the 1720's. the castle's new owner, Monsieur de la Faye has entrusted its repair and decoration to an Italian architect named Servandoni.
04. The bal room
Everything here is an illusion. Look closely. Over all four walls is a painting that is stretched out as if it was a theater decoration.
05. The musician's Room
In the 17th century, Watteau's art exploded. Rich art patrons and collectors fought over his works.
06. Olympe's room
Olympe de Mancini is one of Cardinal Mazarin's three nieces. Young king Louis the 14th was hopelessly in love with her.
07. Richelieu's Room
This Gentleman, dressed in crimson, and with a small goatee. Does he remind you of someone ? He is Cardinal de Richelieu.
08. The Oudry lounge
Jean-Baptiste Oudry, official painter of king Louis the 15th's hunts, and decorator of this lounge.
09. Return to the Honorary Courtyard
Even after the French Revolution, the castle remained intact. The villagers, who were quite fond of the descendants, decided to spare the castle.