It required both of their deaths for King Louis’ political power to be unshackled. All of the action is staged at Versailles - but is this historically accurate? So, despite many years in power ...

Stephen Smith explores the Baroque court of Louis XIV, who created the Palace of Versailles to surround himself with artists, designers, gardeners, chefs and musicians. Show more Stephen Smith ...

period Versailles parquet floors, a dusty pink ornate sofa and armchairs, an alcoved library, a Louis XVI writing desk, and a cozy charcoal marble fireplace. Creep up little herringbone steps as ...