At each corner is a knight in armor, helmet on head, and lance in hand, mounted on a charger, and covered with the heavy trappings of war.

Cases full of objects of art of great value, bookshelves containing all the new books, are placed along the walls.

A billiard-table and all sorts of games are lodged under the vast staircase.

The broad bays which give admission to the reception-rooms and grand staircase are closed by tapestry of the fifteenth century, representing hunting scenes.

Long cords of silk and gold loop back these marvellous hangings in the Italian style.