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| Great Hall Click for a larger version (opens in a new window) - 95kb |
The grand scale and splendour of the Great Hall resembles the Imperial Rome of a Hollywood epic. It was based on a Roman Basilica, and Adam's aim was 'to create a palace of Graeco-Roman splendour'. Its purpose to this day, is to give welcome to the Duke's guests. Adam employed Joseph Rose to carry out the breath-taking decorative stucco work in the House and in this room; the cool pale tones are only broken by the black and white marble flooring which echoes the ceiling pattern.