Plafond Collection

north ambulatory, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux
7134986 north ambulatory, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux north ambulatory from apse to transept); © Pascal Lemaitre

Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux
7134893 Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux MSG Canossa Chapel 1786 located in the episcopal)

Chapel Casotti - Calcagni: view of the frescoes by Pietro Desani (1595-1657)
VEN5032505 Chapel Casotti - Calcagni: view of the frescoes by Pietro Desani (1595-1657). 1642 Tempio della Beata Vergine della Ghiara Reggio Emilia

Hercules (Heracles) received in Olympus, 1780. Ceiling fresco of Palazzo Malvezzi, Bologna
VEN5027251 Hercules (Heracles) received in Olympus, 1780. Ceiling fresco of Palazzo Malvezzi, Bologna. Artwork by Ubaldo Gandolfi (1728-1781) and David Zanotti.; (add.info)

north choir tower, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux
7134989 north choir tower, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux north choir tower); © Pascal Lemaitre

vault of the nave, cathedral of Saint Vincent de Bayeux
7135035 vault of the nave, cathedral of Saint Vincent de Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux nave vault); © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024

general view nave, cathedral Saint Vincent de Bayeux
7135033 general view nave, cathedral Saint Vincent de Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux general view nave towards the entrance); © Pascal Lemaitre

Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux
7134890 Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux MSG Canossa Chapel 1786 located in the episcopal)

scriptorium of the chapter library, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral
7134876 scriptorium of the chapter library, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux scriptorium of the chapter library converted in 2006)

The Gasparini room of the Royal Palace of Madrid (1738-1755) - SACCHETTI, Giovanni Battista (1690-1764)
CUL4877736 The Gasparini room of the Royal Palace of Madrid (1738-1755) - SACCHETTI, Giovanni Battista (1690-1764). Royal Palace of Madrid. 1738-1755. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

south ambulatory, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux
7134982 south ambulatory, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux south ambulatory seen from the transept); © Pascal Lemaitre

scriptorium of the chapter library, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral
7134877 scriptorium of the chapter library, Notre Dame de Bayeux Cathedral; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux scriptorium of the chapter library converted in 2006)

Representation of Paradise. Frescoes by Giusto de Menabuoi (1320-1397) 14th century. Cupola of the Baptistere of Padua
VEN5031674 Representation of Paradise. Frescoes by Giusto de Menabuoi (1320-1397) 14th century. Cupola of the Baptistere of Padua; (add.info.: Representation of Paradise)

Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux
7134894 Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux MSG Canossa Chapel 1786 located in the episcopal)

Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux
7134891 Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux MSG Canossa Chapel 1786 located in the episcopal)

general view of the nave, cathedral of Saint Vincent de Bayeux
7135037 general view of the nave, cathedral of Saint Vincent de Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux general view nave towards the entrance)

general view nave, cathedral Saint Vincent de Bayeux
7135034 general view nave, cathedral Saint Vincent de Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux general view nave towards the choir); © Pascal Lemaitre

Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux
7134892 Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux MSG Canossa Chapel 1786 located in the episcopal)

The Choir, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux
7134863 The Choir, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux.; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux the choir seen from the terrace of the passage of Artenay)

Exploits of Amedeo VIII of Savoy (1383-1451) (Amedee VIII then antipope Felix V) Frescoes by Isidoro Bianchi (1581-1662)
VEN5032588 Exploits of Amedeo VIII of Savoy (1383-1451) (Amedee VIII then antipope Felix V) Frescoes by Isidoro Bianchi (1581-1662)

Frescoes by Gaetano Gandolfi (1734-1802), 18th century dome of the Church of Santa Maria della Vita, Bologna
VEN5032833 Frescoes by Gaetano Gandolfi (1734-1802), 18th century dome of the Church of Santa Maria della Vita, Bologna.; (add.info.: Frescoes by Gaetano Gandolfi (1734-1802)

choir closure, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux
7134984 choir closure, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux choir closure); © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024

south ambulatory, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux
7134983 south ambulatory, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux south ambulatory seen from the apse); © Pascal Lemaitre

Interior of the Temple of Hathor, at Dendera (Tentyra), with columns of carved and painted hieroglyphs
FLO4620561 Interior of the Temple of Hathor, at Dendera (Tentyra), with columns of carved and painted hieroglyphs. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's

general view of the nave, cathedral of Saint Vincent de Bayeux
7135036 general view of the nave, cathedral of Saint Vincent de Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: cathedral Saint Vincent de BayeuxGeneral view nave towards the entrance)

Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux
7134895 Chapel of Monsignor Canossa 1786, Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux MSG Canossa Chapel 1786 located in the episcopal)

choir closure, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux
7134985 choir closure, Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux; Bayeux, Normandy, France; (add.info.: Saint Vincent Cathedral of Bayeux choir closure); © Pascal Lemaitre. All rights reserved 2024

Angels and the Symbols of the Evangelists, from the ceiling of the Chapel, 15th century (photo)
PWI94671 Angels and the Symbols of the Evangelists, from the ceiling of the Chapel, 15th century (photo); Palais de Jacques-Coeur, Bourges, France; © Peter Willi

the ceiling of the living room, pavilion 6, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo)
8618119 the ceiling of the living room, pavilion 6, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo) by Domenech i Montaner, Luis (1849-1923); (add.info.: Reus)

The ceiling of the billiard room, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo)
8618128 The ceiling of the billiard room, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo) by Domenech i Montaner, Luis (1849-1923); (add.info.: Reus)

The lounge, pavilion 6, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo)
8618120 The lounge, pavilion 6, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo) by Domenech i Montaner, Luis (1849-1923); (add.info.: Reus)

Ceiling of the refectory, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo)
8618147 Ceiling of the refectory, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo) by Domenech i Montaner, Luis (1849-1923); (add.info.: Reus)

The lounge, hall 6, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo)
8618106 The lounge, hall 6, Pere Mata Institute, Reus, 1897-1912 (photo) by Domenech i Montaner, Luis (1849-1923); (add.info.: Reus)

Stucco ceiling with Venus, Stabian spas, ancient city of Pompeii, Gulf of Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe
IMB4915667 Stucco ceiling with Venus, Stabian spas, ancient city of Pompeii, Gulf of Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe by Roman (1st century AD); (add.info.: Stucco ceiling with Venus, Stabian spas)

Eagles symbolizing Upper and Lower Egypt, Temple of Horus, Edfu
8586924 Eagles symbolizing Upper and Lower Egypt, Temple of Horus, Edfu by Egyptian; Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt Edfu, a city in Upper Egypt housing the Temple of Horus)

Eagles symbolizing Upper and Lower Egypt, Temple of Horus, Edfu
8586497 Eagles symbolizing Upper and Lower Egypt, Temple of Horus, Edfu by Egyptian; Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt Edfu, a city in Upper Egypt housing the Temple of Horus)

Pillars and walls decorated with low reliefs, Temple of Horus, Edfu
8586674 Pillars and walls decorated with low reliefs, Temple of Horus, Edfu by Egyptian; Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt Edfu, a city in Upper Egypt housing the Temple of Horus)

The Triumph of the name of Jesus (Il Trionfo del nome di Gesu), a trompe l oeil fresco of the central vault of
YOU4418816 The Triumph of the name of Jesus (Il Trionfo del nome di Gesu), a trompe l oeil fresco of the central vault of the church of Gesu in Rome, the main church of the company of Jesus

Vault of the Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola in Rome, fresco in trompe l oeil representing the apotheosis of Ignatius
YOU4418419 Vault of the Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola in Rome, fresco in trompe l oeil representing the apotheosis of Ignatius of Loyola, the allegory of Jesuit missionary work

Vault of the Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria in Rome, fresco depicting the victory of the Virgin Mary over heresy
YOU4418418 Vault of the Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria in Rome, fresco depicting the victory of the Virgin Mary over heresy, the fall of the rebel angels

Thalie, one of the Muses, patron of comedy and pastoral poesy Detail of the paintings of
JLJ4679279 Thalie, one of the Muses, patron of comedy and pastoral poesy Detail of the paintings of the Salon des Muses by Charles Lebrun (Le Brun) (1619-1690)

Psyche ravished in heaven by Love Ceiling painting by Charles Joseph Natoire
JLJ4645764 Psyche ravished in heaven by Love Ceiling painting by Charles Joseph Natoire (Charles-Joseph Natoire, 1700-1777) 18th century Paris, Hotel de Soubise by Natoire

View of The King Taking Mstricht in Thirteen Days in 1673
XIR379737 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

Financial Order Regained in 1662, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces
XIR165146 Financial Order Regained in 1662, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles

War for the Rights of the Queen in 1667, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces
XIR165141 War for the Rights of the Queen in 1667, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles

Ceiling from the bedroom of Henri II (1519-59)
XIR181856 Ceiling from the bedroom of Henri II (1519-59) by French School, (16th century); Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Spain Recognising the Pre-Eminence of France in 1662, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie
XIR158860 Spain Recognising the Pre-Eminence of France in 1662, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); ChAteau de Versailles

The King Taking Maestricht in Thirteen Days in 1673, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie
XIR55829 The King Taking Maestricht in Thirteen Days in 1673, Ceiling Painting from the Galerie des Glaces by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); Chateau de Versailles

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"Plafond: A Glimpse into the Artistic Marvels of the 17th Century" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of plafonds, intricate ceiling paintings that adorned various churches, galleries, and even royal bedrooms during the 17th century. These masterpieces not only showcased exceptional artistic talent but also conveyed powerful messages and narratives. During the famine of 1662, plafonds played a significant role in offering solace to people by depicting scenes of compassion and aid. One such example is the breathtaking ceiling painting from the Galerie des Glaces, illustrating how communities came together to help those affected by hunger. Religious devotion was another prevalent theme depicted through plafonds. The church of Gesu in Rome boasted "The Triumph of the name of Jesus, " a trompe l'oeil fresco adorning its central vault. This awe-inspiring artwork celebrated Jesuit missionary work while paying homage to Ignatius Loyola's apotheosis at St. Ignatius Church. Santa Maria della Vittoria Church housed an extraordinary fresco portraying Mary's victory over heresy and rebel angels—a testament to unwavering faith created by Giovanni Domenico Cerrini. Similarly, Andrea Pozzo's trompe l'oeil masterpiece at St. Ignatius Church highlighted Jesuit missionary endeavors with allegorical representations. Beyond religious motifs, plafonds embraced other themes as well. Charles Joseph Natoire captured Thalie, one of comedy's patron muses, adding a touch of whimsy amidst grandeur. Meanwhile, Psyche being ravished in heaven by Love brought mythical enchantment to ceilings through Charles Joseph Natoire's brushstrokes. Not limited to sacred spaces alone, plafonds found their way into historical events too. The Galerie des Glaces commemorated France's triumphs like "The King Taking Maastricht in Thirteen Days" and "War for the Rights of the Queen.