1-154-923 - Oxford Science Archive/Heritage Images

'La Salle des Illusions', Paris, September 1900. Illustration showing the electrical illuminations in the Hall of Illusions at the International Exhibition. The article by J Derome describes the interior of the International Exhibition in Paris, and also the various systems of suspension, involving mirrors and lights, demonstrating technical virtuosity, and creating the lighting spectacular. Plate taken from La Nature, No 1425, 1st September 1900.