Governor's Conference Room
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Governor's Conference Room, in the Wisconsin State Capitol. The room was designed in the Venetial Renaissance style. The ceiling and mural paintings are the work of Hugo Ballin. The fireplace at the north end of the room is hand-carved of Italian Botticino marble, and flanked on each side by a Corinthian column.
Potter, James T.
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| Creator | Potter, James T. |
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| Format | Image |
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Governor's Conference Room Fireplace
The Governor's Conference Room fireplace, in the Wisconsin State Capitol. The fireplace is hand-carved of Italian Botticino marble. It is flanked on each side by a Corinthian column. There are two ...
Governor's Conference Room after Restoration
Governor's Conference Room, in the Wisconsin State Capitol, from the front entrance, giving a view of much of the ceiling, with its paintings and murals by Hugo Ballin.
Governor's Conference Room Ceiling
The Governor's conference room ceiling at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The mural was painted by Hugo Ballin. The theme is an allegory of the arts and theater, sculpture and music.
Governor's Conference Room Fireplace before Restoration
Governor's Conference Room fireplace, in the Wisconsin State Capitol, before restoration. The original mahogany walls were painted to lighten the room.
Wisconsin State Capitol Mural
Hugo Ballin's "Spirit of Labor" mural from the Wisconsin State Capitol building. Caption reads: "Spirit of Labor, by Hugo Ballin. Mural Decoration. Capitol Building, Madison. Wis."
Governor's Conference Room after Restoration
Governor's Conference Room viewed from near the fireplace, in the Wisconsin State Capitol. All pictures of this room with dark wood walls are of African Mahogany, and are after the restoration.
