Double Helix I
At the heart of the Château de Chambord is a double helix staircase reputedly designed by Leonardo da Vinci. The two opposing staircases wind around a central illuminated well, up to the top of the chateau where they meet in the roof. Legend suggests that this configuration was designed so that the king, could arrange clandestine meetings with his mistresses at the top. The steps are supposed to be sufficiently shallow that a lady would not tire in ascending them.
Hope you have enjoyed the weekend. Thanks, as always, for stopping by and for all of your kind comments, awards and faves -- I appreciate them all.
© Melissa Post 2017
Double Helix I
At the heart of the Château de Chambord is a double helix staircase reputedly designed by Leonardo da Vinci. The two opposing staircases wind around a central illuminated well, up to the top of the chateau where they meet in the roof. Legend suggests that this configuration was designed so that the king, could arrange clandestine meetings with his mistresses at the top. The steps are supposed to be sufficiently shallow that a lady would not tire in ascending them.
Hope you have enjoyed the weekend. Thanks, as always, for stopping by and for all of your kind comments, awards and faves -- I appreciate them all.
© Melissa Post 2017