Hemicycle Collection

Replica of The Hémicycle, 1853. Creator: Charles Beranger
Replica of The Hemicycle, 1853. This painting replicates Delaroche's most famous work, a mural in oils and wax (1836-41) in the auditorium of the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris

Hemicycle, Toledo Museum of Art, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Hemicycle, Toledo Museum of Art, between 1910 and 1920

The fountain of Aeolus in the park of the Royal Palace at Caserta. The fountain is semicircular with a cascade and statues

The hemicycle of Villa Giulia, Rome, designed by Ammannati Rome Villa Giulia, courtyard Villa Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of the garden of Villa Albani in Rome, with the Coffehaus in the background Rome Villa Albani Pavilion Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

The garden of Villa Albani, Rome, with the Coffehaus in the background Rome Villa Albani Pavilion Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Paul Henri Spaak Building in the Hemicycle of the European Parliament Complex at the Espace Leopold, Brussels, Belgium

Inside view of the National Assembly at a session of the Chamber of Deputies, Paris
2334773 Inside view of the National Assembly at a session of the Chamber of Deputies, Paris, France (engraving) by Unknown Artist

View of the Fountain of the Four Seasons, right part, rue de Grenelle
XIR346095 View of the Fountain of the Four Seasons, right part, rue de Grenelle, 1739-46 (detail) (see also 346093, 346094, 346096, 346097) (stone) (b/w photo) by Bouchardon, Edme(1698-1762); Paris

Our Sentimental Garden: The Hemicycle (colour litho)
6028275 Our Sentimental Garden: The Hemicycle (colour litho) by Robinson, Charles (1870-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hemicycle)

Interior of the library with a cupola painted by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863) in 1847
XIR229927 Interior of the library with a cupola painted by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863) in 1847, 1836-41 (photo) by Gisors, Henri Alphonse de (1796-1866); Palais du Luxembourg, Paris, France; French

View of the Fountain of the Four Seasons, left part, rue de Grenelle
XIR346096 View of the Fountain of the Four Seasons, left part, rue de Grenelle, 1739-46 (detail) (see also 346093, 346094, 346095, 346097) (stone) (b/w photo) by Bouchardon, Edme(1698-1762); Paris

Inside view of the Chamber of Deputies (National Assembly)
2334772 Inside view of the Chamber of Deputies (National Assembly), formerly called Palais Bourbon, Paris, France (engraving) by Unknown Artist

Hemicycle of the Electricity Building (b / w photo)
958480 Hemicycle of the Electricity Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hemicycle of the Electricity Building)

Elysee Palace - detail of salon d Hemicycle
The debating chamber at the Elysee Palace, Paris. Date: 1913

Nancy, France - Hemicycle de la Place Carriere Date: circa 1920s

Greek Hemicycle Dial
The GREEK HEMICYCLE DIAL is an early form of sundial, using the movement of a shadow to measure the passage of time

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The hemicycle, a term derived from the Greek word "hemi, " meaning half, and "kyklos, " meaning circle, refers to a semicircular or horseshoe-shaped space often found in important buildings around the world. One such example is the Paul Henri Spaak Building in the Hemicycle of the European Parliament Complex at Brussels. This architectural marvel serves as a symbol of democracy and unity for European nations. Another notable instance can be witnessed inside the National Assembly at a session of the Chamber of Deputies in Paris. Here, politicians gather within this grand hemicycle to debate and make crucial decisions that shape their nation's future. In contrast to political settings, we find artistic representations showcasing this unique design element. The colour litho titled "Our Sentimental Garden: The Hemicycle" captures nature's beauty intertwined with man-made structures, creating an enchanting atmosphere. Moving on to historical depictions, we encounter an engraving from Dante's drawing featuring a decorative hemicycle located in Rome's Roman Forum. This ancient structure adds an air of majesty and grandeur to one of Italy's most iconic landmarks. Closer to home, within France's Elysee Palace lies another exquisite salon d'Hemicycle adorned with intricate details that reflect opulence and elegance. It stands as a testament to French craftsmanship throughout history. Furthermore, let us not overlook Eugene Delacroix's masterpiece - an interior view of a library with its cupola painted by him back in 1847. Within these walls filled with knowledge and creativity lies yet another stunning example where art meets architecture seamlessly. Lastly but not leastly, we are reminded once again of Paris' Fountain of Four Seasons situated along rue de Grenelle; it gracefully frames both sides like bookends surrounding this bustling street scene while adding charm and serenity amidst urban chaos.