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21-AUG-2014

Great Hall

Back to the Great Hall (shown in the first picture of this sub-gallery), which is decorated with 17 tapestries depicting key events in Danish history. They were commissioned in 1990 for Queen Margrethe II’s 50th birthday and were completed in 2000. The Great Hall is the largest and most spectacular of the Royal Reception Rooms. It's 40 meters long with a ceiling height of 10 meters, and a gallery runs all the way around the room. The hall seats 400 guests and is used for banquets, state dinners and receptions.

Another picture posted this evening of some striking doors:


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John Hamers03-Oct-2014 17:09
Beautiful colorful tapestry. And of course your so is your capture. !V
Gill Kopy23-Sep-2014 04:04
I was hoping to see a shot of the modern tapestry - amazing detail on it - one could spend a lot of time studying Danish history on 17 of these !! Nice shot Helen V
larose forest photos23-Sep-2014 02:54
Not only a fabulous tapestry and room, but a stunning shot on your part. VV
Will Hoskins23-Sep-2014 02:12
What a treat to see a tapestry looking so bright and vibrant. So often one has to imagine their former glory. V
Julie Oldfield23-Sep-2014 01:16
Great shot! V
woody3423-Sep-2014 00:33
This magnificent tapestry must have taken some time to complete.. great perspective to capture the whole.V
pkocinski22-Sep-2014 21:52
Wow this is gorgeous. Love the blue "shoe protectors".
Jim Coffman22-Sep-2014 21:27
A very fine capture of this beautiful area!!
Pierre22-Sep-2014 20:45
Une œuvre absolument splendide, un travail exceptionnel! V
Chris Spracklen22-Sep-2014 20:22
A richly detailed shot of this impressive needlework, Helen. *V*
Beautiful interior shot.
joseantonio22-Sep-2014 19:48
Once could spend a lot of time here.V
Chris Morton22-Sep-2014 19:37
looks fun
Sheena Woodhead22-Sep-2014 19:36
What an amazing tapestry. The people in this shot make it so interesting....and those blue shoes :-)
Martin Lamoon22-Sep-2014 19:23
Superb shot of this fine room.
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Bill Miller22-Sep-2014 19:11
I must get some Danish Blue shoes !
Stephanie22-Sep-2014 18:40
Hi Tim! I like your Smurf booties! ;)
Actually, I like this modern tapestry! The bright colors and design has a Picasso feeling to it! V
Anitta22-Sep-2014 18:14
Such beautiful tapestry. Amazing work of art! V