Louis XVI's private chamber recreated at Versailles after 40-year saga
The private chamber of Louis XVI at the Palace of Versailles has been recreated after a 40-year process filled with twists and turns. The reconstruction was based on a single fabric sample and written archives. The room and the bed where the king slept alone have now been unveiled. The project faced numerous dramatic episodes before finally coming to fruition.
Key facts
- The private chamber of Louis XVI at Versailles has been recreated.
- The reconstruction took 40 years.
- It was based on a single fabric sample and written archives.
- The room and the king's bed have been unveiled.
- The project faced many dramatic episodes.
Entities
Institutions
- Palace of Versailles
Locations
- Versailles
- France