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Le Palais Garnier

Le Palais Garnier. By: JT Dunneback. The architect. Charles Garnier designed the Palais Garnier . Built from 1861-1875. Why was it built?. Designed as part of the reconstruction of Paris during the Second Empire. This reconstruction was ordered by Emperor Napolean III.

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Le Palais Garnier

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  1. Le PalaisGarnier By: JT Dunneback

  2. The architect • Charles Garnier designed the PalaisGarnier. • Built from 1861-1875.

  3. Why was it built? • Designed as part of the reconstruction of Paris during the Second Empire. • This reconstruction was ordered by Emperor Napolean III. • Operas were held there.

  4. Fun facts • 1. Charles Garnier was hired to design and build the PalaisGarnier after winning an architectural design competition. • 2. Charles Garnier also designed a 7-ton bronze and crystal chandelier. During a performance, one of the counterweights fell and killed an audience member. Architectural Competition Design The 7-ton Chandelier

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