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This library, belonging to the private apartments of
the last Russian emperor, was created in 1894-95 by Alexander Krasovsky.
In its decoration the architect made extensive use of English Gothic
motifs. The coffered walnut ceiling is embellished by quatrefoils.
The bookcases are placed along the walls and on the upper gallery,
which is reached by a staircase. This interior with its decorative
panels of tooled and gilded leather, monumental fireplace and tall
windows with tracery carry visitors back to the Middle Ages. On the
desk is a porcelain sculpture portrait of Nicholas II, the last Russian
emperor. |
