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British Museum Great Court Ceiling (feddit.uk)
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The Great Court is the largest covered public square in Europe. The ceiling is made up of 3312 panels, every panel is a unique shape.

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[–] lemmyseizethemeans@lemmygrad.ml 1 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Very cool architecture. When was it built? I like it

[–] liquidapricity@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I was interested too so I had a look. It was designed in 1823. The building was completed in 1852. https://architectuul.com/architecture/british-museum

[–] Geospizinae@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

Thanks for the link - very interesting reading the history of the museum's architecture. This glass covered courtyard is much more recent addition as it was finished in 2000.

Designed by Foster and Partners, the Queen Elizabeth II Great Court opened in 2000.

The courtyard had been a lost space since 1857. The re-design of the Great Court meant that this hidden space could be seen again.

The design of the Great Court was loosely based on Foster's concept for the roof of the Reichstag in Berlin, Germany. A key aspect of the design was that with every step in the Great Court the vista changed and allowed the visitor a new view on their surroundings.

Work on the Great Court's magnificent glass and steel roof began in September 1999.

[–] lemmyseizethemeans@lemmygrad.ml 1 points 1 year ago

I love this kind of architecture. I always feel like George Costanza though when commenting on it..

[–] christophski 2 points 1 year ago

It is a stunning building with a stunning collection. If you are in the UK or ever visiting it is a must-see.