Gezicht op een schoorsteenmantel in de Frans I vleugel van het Kasteel van Blois by Médéric Mieusement

Gezicht op een schoorsteenmantel in de Frans I vleugel van het Kasteel van Blois before 1875

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This photograph by Médéric Mieusement, taken before 1875, captures a detailed view of the ornate fireplace in the wing of the Château de Blois built for King Francis I. The elaborate Renaissance-style fireplace is crafted from wood and features intricate carvings of foliage and other decorative motifs. The photograph, part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the opulent interiors of this iconic French castle and showcases the architectural artistry of the 16th century.