In our continuing series ‘in honour of’ the temporary closure of the Carnavalet Museum, we examine 4 chinoiserie panels from the former residence of the Duke of Richelieu in Paris.
Why 4? They are meant to symbolize the 4 elements: Air, Earth, Fire and Water.
![The first two of 4 chinoiserie panels: Air and Earth.](http://versaillescentury.com/vc/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/chinoiserie2.jpg)
The first 2 of 4 chinoiserie panels: Air and Earth.
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