Margot Justes's Blog – April 2009 Archive (2)
The Palace by Margot Justes
The Louvre by Margot Justes
A fortress. A palace. A world renowned museum. The building has a grand and passionate history. Began in the 12th or 13th century, depending upon where you do your research. Suffice it to say, it is old. It has been build upon to keep invaders out, kings in extreme luxury and masterpieces comfortable and lovingly cared for.
The size is astounding, 60,000 square feet, give or take a foot or two, and hosts over 35,000 pieces of art. When I said it… Continue
A fortress. A palace. A world renowned museum. The building has a grand and passionate history. Began in the 12th or 13th century, depending upon where you do your research. Suffice it to say, it is old. It has been build upon to keep invaders out, kings in extreme luxury and masterpieces comfortable and lovingly cared for.
The size is astounding, 60,000 square feet, give or take a foot or two, and hosts over 35,000 pieces of art. When I said it… Continue
Added by Margot Justes on April 12, 2009 at 12:54am — No Comments
The Winged Victory by Margot Justes
Also known as the Winged Victory of Samothrace or Nike of Samothrace-the goddess Nike (meaning Victory in Greek) is an astounding massive piece standing at 328 cm. That’s almost 11 ft from the top of her shoulders to her feet and she’s standing on a ship.
Placed at the center of the landing in the grand Daru staircase in the Louvre, the statue takes your breath away. It is overwhelming in its sheer power, beauty and size.
The Victory made of Parian marble from Paros,… Continue
Placed at the center of the landing in the grand Daru staircase in the Louvre, the statue takes your breath away. It is overwhelming in its sheer power, beauty and size.
The Victory made of Parian marble from Paros,… Continue
Added by Margot Justes on April 5, 2009 at 2:40am — No Comments
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