Library of the Emperor, Castle of Compi gne, France
Emperor Library, Castle of Compiegne, Oise, France. The walnut and gilded wood bookcases and walls were made by Jacob-Desmalter in 1808. A secret door, hidden behind false books, lead to the Empress's apartment. The castle was built in the 18th century in neoclassical style as the Royal residence for the French King Louis XV. It was destroyed during the French Revolution and later restored at the begining of 19th century by Napoleon in First French Emperor style with Louis-Martin Berthault as main architect. Picture by Manuel Cohen
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13425017
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45106551
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5616px x 3744px
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Credit
Manuel Cohen / Mary Evans
Source
Photograph by Manuel Cohen
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Apartments Berthault Ch‰teau Compiegne Compigne Neoclassical Oise Shelves
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