#incredibly beautiful
The model of the Opera Garnier at the Musée d'Orsay offers a unique view of the building’s structure and also an impression of what it looked like in the past. The ceiling in the model still features the original art by Eugène Lenepveu, and you can still see the pulleys over the stage which have been removed from the actual building because they are no longer needed. The only thing that really seems to be missing here is the chandelier!
Full view of the building
The stage and auditorium
The upper area of the stage including the flies and pulleys that were used to move the props and backgrounds
The five cellars under the stage and the lake beneath the fifth cellar. The stage as well as the two first cellars are slightly tilted.
A closer view of the boxes and the original ceiling
The backstage area, including administrative offices, dressing rooms, rehearsal spaces and the Foyer de la Danse
The grand staircase
The Grand Foyer
Rear view of the Rue Gluck side
Front view
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