Summary
Art restorers at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, England, discovered names and dates on the ceiling of the Great Hall while working on a restoration project. They are trying to find out more about the people who wrote them, which includes several workers from both the 19th and 20th centuries. The ceiling is part of a larger restoration project of the palace, scheduled to finish by 2026.
Key Facts
- Names and dates were found on the ceiling of the Great Hall at Blenheim Palace.
- These markings were discovered by art restorers working about 67 feet (20 meters) up.
- The scribbles include dates from 1843 to 2011.
- Names include T Harwood, a plasterer from 1843, and several workers from 1968.
- The restoration work is part of a £12 million project expected to be completed in 2026.
- The paintings being restored include works by Sir James Thornhill and Louis Laguerre.
- The palace seeks help to identify the individuals who left the markings.
- The markings are believed to be a clue to previous restoration efforts in the Great Hall.
