Beeldengroep in het paleis van Versailles, voorstellende de drie Gratiën c. 1860 - 1880

This stereoscopic photograph, "Beeldengroep in het paleis van Versailles, voorstellende de drie Gratiën," by Ernest Eléonor Pierre Lamy, depicts a sculpture of the Three Graces in the Palace of Versailles. The image, created sometime between 1860 and 1880, showcases the intricate details of the sculpture, highlighting the delicate forms of the female figures. The stereoscopic format creates a three-dimensional effect, enhancing the viewer's sense of depth and perspective. The photograph captures the classical subject of the Graces, embodying beauty, charm, and grace, as they were believed to bestow these qualities upon others. This work reflects the enduring fascination with classical mythology and art during the 19th century.