This fundamentally archaeological work, which must be unique in the world of museums, has brought about many minor changes and improvements. The tapestries that formerly hung in the "Salle Neuf" would hide the Roman brickwork, so they have been transferred to. the medieval ironwork and armour rooms, where they are much more ín character. Also the heavy and ugly iron door leading from the tepidarium, into the exquisite late Gothic porch beneath the chapel has been reinforced by a glass one, through which the public will be able to see the gracious columns and the charming green garden beyond.
The innovations in electric lighting are the result of much careful experiment, and are magnificently successful. M. de Montremy, the keeper, explained that the experts had adapted the new system of lighting installed in the Louvre, First, indirect lighting was tried, with the unfortunate result that every blemish, every speck of dust in the vaulted roof was revealed, while all the light was absorbed, none being reflected to illuminate the hall. Now, the en-lire frame of the two great Roman windows is lined with light transmitted through an unbroken series of flat panes. This gives a soft and clear effect.
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