Galerij met graftombes in het paleis van Versailles c. 1860 - 1880

Ernest Eléonor Pierre Lamy created this stereoscopic image of the Gallery with tombs in the Palace of Versailles. The photograph draws the eye into an apparently infinite space. The receding arcade of arches and the checkerboard floor create an illusion of depth and distance, structuring the composition. Rows of statues line the corridor, their forms echoing the architectural rhythm. This repetition creates a sense of order, yet the slight variations in the statues’ poses introduce a subtle disruption. The play of light and shadow across the surfaces adds texture and depth. The stereoscopic effect enhances the three-dimensionality, inviting viewers to immerse themselves. The image plays with perception and representation, inviting us to explore the relationship between art, space, and the human figure. The formal arrangement of elements reflects broader cultural ideas about order, perspective, and the gaze.