Презентация - Madame tussauds

Madame Tussauds
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What is Madame Tussauds London?
Madame Tussauds London holds a valuable collection vital to the world of art and culture. Step into the attraction is like entering a realm where history, celebrity, and craftsmanship intertwine. The museum's history dates back to the late 18th century, with Madame Tussauds' importance to London's cultural landscape increasing yearly. The museum's extraordinary collection of lifelike wax figures, meticulously crafted to resemble renowned historical figures, sports legends, and literary icons, is a major attraction for tourists, who pour in by the millions. You can pose with Leonardo da Vinci, Albert Einstein, Marilyn Monroe, and many others, immersing yourself in the magic of artistry and illusion.

Quick Facts about Madame Tussauds London
Official name: London Wax Museum Location/Address: Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5LR, United Kingdom Date of opening: 1835 Architectural Style: English Gothic Number of visitors per year: 2.5 million Collection size: 250+

1761 - Madame Tussaud, aka Marie Grosholtz's, birth marks the unofficial beginning of the attraction. 1780 - Marie becomes an art tutor to King Louis XVI's sister and performs at the Royal Court in Versailles. 1793 - Marie is imprisoned in the notorious Laforce Prison in Paris. When she is released, she's asked to make death masks of executed nobles and her former employers, the King and Queen, as proof of her allegiance to the Revolution. 1794 - Marie inherits Dr Philippe Curtius' wax exhibition. 1795 - Marie marries François Tussaud. 1802 - Madame Tussaud takes her exhibition on tour to the British Isles. 1835 - Madame Tussaud establishes a base in London at 'The Baker Street Bazaar.' 1850 - Madame Tussaud dies. 1884 - Marie's grandsons move the attraction to Marylebone Road. 1925 - The attraction is devastated by fire, but restoration is completed within three years. 1940 - German World War II bomb destroys Madame Tussauds. 1972 - The second European Madame Tussauds attraction opens in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Brief History of Madame Tussauds London

Who Built Madame Tussauds London?
Madame Tussauds London was built by Marie Tussaud, born in the 18th century in Strasbourg, France. Marie Tussaud was talented at wax modelling and honed her skills while working as an art tutor for the French Royal family. She moved to London at the start of the 19th century and established her first permanent exhibition on Baker Street, laying the foundation for what would become the iconic Madame Tussauds London.

The Architecture of Madame Tussauds London
Madame Tussauds London boasts captivating architecture that has a blend of historical grandeur and contemporary design. The building is a striking masterpiece that integrates with its surroundings. The facade, one of the first things you see, is a testament to neoclassical elegance, featuring grand arched windows, intricate detailing, and stately columns. Its design evokes regality and timelessness, inviting visitors to step into a world of artistry and wonder. The combination of stone and glass elements in the exterior creates a marvelous balance between tradition and modernity, while the museum's inside boasts spacious exhibition halls thoughtfully laid out to optimize the visitor experience. Meanwhile, Madame Tussauds' various themed rooms and galleries have unique ambiance: from the glamorous A-List Party room to the Music gallery, the architecture seamlessly complements the wax figures and exhibits.

interesting Information of Madame Tussauds London
Madame Tussauds London houses more than wax figures of famous sports, music, and film stars. The attraction is home to the "Archives," an array of items including historical and contemporary costumes, celebrity memorabilia, and real and historical artifacts from criminals in the Chamber of Horrors. Exhibition catalogs and a collection of letters from many notable personalities from past and present, including Marie Tussaud herself, are also part of the Madame Tussauds.

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