Enter a world of the enigmatic and opulent treasures of the Wallace Collection. From haunting Rococo masterpieces to cursed relics of forgotten royalty, every object harbors untold stories and veiled intrigue. Unlock the secrets behind these remarkable works of art and their shadowy pasts.
Highlights
See 'The Laughing Cavalier' – A portrait with a smile that hints at secrets left unsaid, full of mysterious charm.
Explore 'Fragonard’s Rococo Delights' – Rococo at its finest, these playful yet enigmatic paintings by Fragonard veil deeper meanings behind their lush, carefree facades.
Discover a writing desk of exquisite design once owned by the doomed queen, casting an aura of tragic beauty and lost splendor.
Stop by the intricate French cabinet from the Rococo period, adorned with mysterious symbols and luxurious detail, hiding more than meets the eye.
Discover a collection of elaborate armor, where the spirits of ancient warriors and forgotten battles seem to linger in silence.
Explore Dazzling pieces of Sèvres porcelain, once coveted by noble patrons whose lives met tragic or mysterious ends.
'Wonders of the Wallace collection' will guide you through a world of opulence and shadow, where the beauty of art is intertwined with secrets and dark tales. Begin your journey with 'The Laughing Cavalier', a portrait whose intriguing smile has sparked curiosity for centuries. Then, lose yourself in the sumptuous Rococo charm of 'Fragonard’s Delights', where light-hearted imagery conceals deeper, more enigmatic meanings beneath their airy, joyful scenes. You will learn the history of ice-cream and pineapple customs of the 17th century London.
As the tour unfolds, you'll encounter 'Marie-Antoinette's Cursed Desk', a haunting relic from a queen who met a tragic fate, and the 'Forbidden Cabinet', a Rococo masterpiece of mystery and symbolism. In the Armoury, the weight of history can be felt in the beautifully crafted suits of 'The Warrior’s Armour', where echoes of battles long past still resonate. Finally, you'll encounter the 'Bewitched Porcelain', where behind the luxurious glazes and delicate patterns lie stories of aristocratic obsession, downfall, and hidden desires.
Price:
£1484 per group