Hall Of Mirrors Collection (#2)

The Hall of Mirrors, Palace of Versailles (colour photo)
3103732 The Hall of Mirrors, Palace of Versailles (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hall of Mirrors, Palace of Versailles)

View of The King Taking Mstricht in Thirteen Days in 1673
XIR208101 View of The King Taking Mstricht in Thirteen Days in 1673 and the Passage on the Rhine in the Presence of the Enemies in 1672, ceiling painting from the Galerie des Glaces

The Acquisition of Dunkirk in 1662, ceiling painting from the Galerie des Glaces
XIR165388 The Acquisition of Dunkirk in 1662, ceiling painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles

Hall of Mirrors in the Linderhof Palace built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria (b / w photo)
5999750 Hall of Mirrors in the Linderhof Palace built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Judicial Reformation in 1667, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces
XIR165140 Judicial Reformation in 1667, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

The Capture of the Town and Citadel of Ghent in six days in 1678
XIR165393 The Capture of the Town and Citadel of Ghent in six days in 1678 and the Strategy of the Spanish Ruined by the taking of Ghent

The Foundation of the Hotel Royal des Invalides in 1674
XIR165151 The Foundation of the Hotel Royal des Invalides in 1674, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles

Holland Accepts Peace and Detaches herself from the Holy Roman Empire
XIR165395 Holland Accepts Peace and Detaches herself from the Holy Roman Empire and from Spain in 1678, ceiling painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun

Defeat of the Turks in Hungary by the Kings Troops in 1664
XIR165136 Defeat of the Turks in Hungary by the Kings Troops in 1664, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles

Wilhelm I proclaimed Emperor of Germany in Versailles, 1871 (chromolitho)
1094152 Wilhelm I proclaimed Emperor of Germany in Versailles, 1871 (chromolitho) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bobby the Chimp looking at the hall of Mirrors at the Kelvin Hall, Glasgow, Scotland. 31st December 1963

Galerie des Glaces, Showing Table where Peace Treaty Was Signed, Versailles, France, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

Gallery of Mirrors; Versailles, France, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Gallery of Mirrors; Versailles, France, late 19th century. The Hall of Mirrors in the Palace of Versailles. Stereocard. [Strohmeyer & Wyman, New York, 1896]

Decoration of the Hall of Mirrors in Versailles, on the occasion of the second marriage of the Dauphin, on 9 February 1747, 1747

The Signing of Peace in the Hall of Mirrors, Versailles, 28th June 1919, 1919 (1935) Artist
The Signing of Peace in the Hall of Mirrors, Versailles, 28th June 1919, 1919 (1935). After the painting by Sir William Orpen, K.B.E. R.A. From Modern Masterpieces Part 18

Paris World Exposition (1889), 1900. The Hall of Illusions in the Electricity Palace

The Siamese Ambassadors before the King, 1686. Artist: Charles le Brun
The Siamese Ambassadors before the King, 1686. On 1 September 1686, with great pomp and ceremony, Louis XIV (1638-1715) received the ambassadors of the king of Siam, Phra Narai

Wilhelm I, King of Prussia, being proclaimed first Emperor of Germany, 1871. After the defeat of France in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871, as a gesture of further humiliation of the French

Wilhelm I becoming Emperor of Germany, 18 January 1871 (c1880). Wilhelm I (1797-1888), King of Prussia from 1861, being proclaimed the first Emperor of Germany in the Hall of Mirrors, Versailles

The Proclamation of the German Empire (18 January 1871) in the Hall of Mirrors of Versailles Palace, France
Illustration of a The Proclamation of the German Empire (18 January 1871) in the Hall of Mirrors of Versailles Palace, France

Entrance of LL. MM. Royals and Imperials in the Hall of Mirrors of the Palace of Versailles, August 25, 1855, France. Engraving

The Doge of Genoa offering his apologies to Louis XIV (1638-1715) the 15th May 1685
XIR207768 The Doge of Genoa offering his apologies to Louis XIV (1638-1715) the 15th May 1685, 1715 (detail) (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by Halle

VERSAILLES: HALL OF MIRRORS. Interior view of the Hall of Mirrors at the palace of Versailles, France. Photochrome, c1900

KING LOUIS XIV OF FRANCE receives the Persian Ambassador, Mohammed Reza Beg, in the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles, 19 February 1715. Oil on canvas, c1715, by Antoine Coypel

Ballroom in the Museo de La Revolucion, Museum of the Revolution, former Presidential Palace in Central Havana - Habana Centro, Cuba

Museo de La Revolucion, Museum of the Revolution, former Presidential Palace in Central Havana - Habana Centro, Cuba

An American soldier standing in the Hall of Mirrors at the palace of Versailles, France
VERSAILLES: HALL OF MIRRORS. An American soldier standing in the Hall of Mirrors at the palace of Versailles, France, following its liberation by the Allies during World War II

Gardens and Hall of Mirrors, Amber Fort Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Entrance of LL. MM. Royals and Imperials in the Hall of Mirrors of the Palace of Versailles, August 25, 1855, France. Engraving

World War I: Signing Treaty of Versailles in the Hall of Mirrors, 28 June 1919.. After the painting by William Orpen (1878 - 1931)

Museo de La Revolucion, Museum of the Revolution, former Presidential Palace in Central Havana - Habana Centro, Cuba

Detail of the fine plaster work in the Sheesh Mahal (mirrored hall) (hall of mirrors), Samode Palace Hotel, Samode, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Decorative detail in the Sheesh Mahal (mirrored hall) (hall of mirrors), Deo Garh Palace Hotel, Deo Garh (Deogarh), Rajasthan state, India, Asia

The Sheesh Mahal (mirrored hall) (hall of mirrors), The City Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Detail of the fine mirror and plaster work found in the Sheesh Mahal (mirrored hall) (hall of mirrors), the City Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Detail of a painted wall in the Sheesh Mahal (mirrored hall) (hall of mirrors), Kuchaman Fort, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Detail of a painted, gilded and mirrored niche in the Sheesh Mahal (mirrored hall) (hall of mirrors), Kuchaman Fort, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

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"Reflecting History: The Enchanting Hall of Mirrors" Step into the mesmerizing world of mirrors, where history unfolds and illusions come to life. The Hall of Mirrors, located within the majestic Palace of Versailles in France, is a captivating masterpiece that has witnessed significant moments throughout time. In 1871, amidst the opulent surroundings of the Hall of Mirrors, Wilhelm I was proclaimed as the German Emperor. This historic event marked the birth of a powerful empire and forever etched its name in history books. A digitally restored reproduction allows us to envision this momentous occasion with vivid clarity. But it's not just Versailles that boasts such enchantment; across continents in Jaipur, India lies another breathtaking hall adorned with mirrors - Sheesh Mahal or the Mirrored Hall. Its intricate designs and shimmering surfaces create an ethereal atmosphere that transports visitors to a realm filled with wonder. Amidst these mirrored wonders lie tales both grand and whimsical. Little Peter MacNeil finds joy in his own distorted reflections at Louis' hall – reminding us all to embrace our inner child and find laughter even in life's distortions. The Galerie des Glaces reveals more than just beautiful reflections; it unveils compassion during times of hardship. Ceiling paintings depicting "Helping the People during the Famine of 1662" serve as a poignant reminder that unity can emerge even from darkest times. Travel back further through time to witness gods convene on Mount Olympus itself. In 1618 frescoes titled "Gathering of Gods, " mythological figures gather under celestial ceilings within yet another hall adorned with mirrors – showcasing artistry intertwined with mythology. As we journey through these halls reflecting centuries past, we cannot forget pivotal moments like Clemenceau, Wilson, and Lloyd George departing from Versailles after signing treaties that shaped nations post-World War I. These corridors echo whispers from negotiations that altered destinies. Lastly, let us not overlook the triumphs of military prowess.