“Frankenstein.” Guillermo del Toro It was one of the most notable premieres of the last period of the year, which is why the various locations in which the film was filmed did not go unnoticed, highlighting the streets of… Edinburgh in Scotlandas well as frozen landscapes Canada Like some of the more famous settings.
However, there is one particular connection that links it to other period dramas and literary adaptations such as Pride and Prejudice,The Crown or Bridgertons“, In addition to historical cinema classics such as”Barry Lyndon to Stanley Kubrick. We’re talking about Van Dyck Room at Wilton House It is one of the most famous films in British cinema and also in Hollywood.
The Van Dyke Room or Double Cube Room at Wilton House
the Van Dyke roomalso called cubic double room, It is one of the most relevant and important rooms of the Wilton House thanks to its appearance in various film and television projects, among which is the film “Frankenstein” directed by Guillermo del Toro, which was the last to use it. Thus, it has become popular again, already being one of the most remembered locations for the movie “Barry Lyndon” or the more recent series “The Bridgertons” where Queen Charlotte’s throne room was chosen and where the debutante ball was held.
Originally known as the King’s Great Hall because it was originally used as an audience chamber, this double cubic room was named for its shape as a large, symmetrical cube, with a ceiling that stands out for its rich and lively Baroque decoration, dominated by classical themes from scenes such as the story of Perseus.
It is also called the Van Dyck Room because among its decorations, in addition to the expensive furniture, there are many paintings by him. Anthony Van DykeThe largest one is a picture Herbert family Measuring more than 5 meters wide, it is the main focus of its design, which is also one of the best collections of the artist’s works, all in the same place. This room served as the headquarters for the Allied side during World War II World War II From there, the Normandy landings were planned.
Wilton House: A house with a great history that attracts old cinema
This Van Dyke room is located in Wilton Housein WiltshireEngland, an emblematic place that Hollywood has filmed on several occasions, especially in period projects, not only for its interior, but also for the current impressive facade dating back to the 17th century, although the history of this palace is much broader.
The first construction that took place in this place was in the year 871, when a large monastery was built, which over time became an impressive monastery. But with the dissolution of the monasteries by the king Henry VIII He seized these lands and handed them over to her William Herbert, Who was the first earl of Pembrokein the year 1544.
A fire in 1647 caused serious problems, which is why a new design was introduced, which is what we have today, making it one of the great country houses in England, resulting in it being Buckingham Palace In the cinema on more than one occasion.