Once upon a time at the château of Condé

Louis the 1st was Marie de Luxembourg's grandson. The "mother" of all of Europe's royal dynasties.

in the 1720's. the castle's new owner, Monsieur de la Faye has entrusted its repair and decoration to an Italian architect named Servandoni.

Everything here is an illusion. Look closely. Over all four walls is a painting that is stretched out as if it was a theater decoration.

In the 17th century, Watteau's art exploded. Rich art patrons and collectors fought over his works.

Olympe de Mancini is one of Cardinal Mazarin's three nieces. Young king Louis the 14th was hopelessly in love with her.

This Gentleman, dressed in crimson, and with a small goatee. Does he remind you of someone ? He is Cardinal de Richelieu.

Jean-Baptiste Oudry, official painter of king Louis the 15th's hunts, and decorator of this lounge.

Even after the French Revolution, the castle remained intact. The villagers, who were quite fond of the descendants, decided to spare the castle.

Once upon a time in a marvelous château...