As a fellow Australian, I wish to thank you both for the massive contribution to the restoration of this beautiful French chateau. It is a pleasure to see how your choice of French artisans is recovering the chateau in such loving detail. Thank you so much.
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Oh wow! the detail the craftsman undertakes is astonishing, watching this video I couldn't help but think the original artisans would be envious of today's tools. And that door that is so cool!
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Thanks Tracy - we're thrilled you enjoyed this episode. We think often about the challenges faced by the artisans who originally constructed the chateau.
That corner now looks so cozy and iconic. I can imagine all the stories l, all the conversations that must have transpired at the front door of the Marquis. This is surely what restoration is all about. Like no other corner of any other home. You can just feel the history even on the other side of the camera lens and the subsequent computer screen.
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Thank you for your message. You have encapsulated exactly our spirit - that in saving and restoring the buildings we must also capture the history and stories of the people have lived and worked here over the centuries.
Every time I watch, I am brought to tears. I lived in France during the early 60s. We didn't have the technology then that we have today. And it is plain to see the pride these craftsmen have in what they do. Thank you for your dedication.
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Thanks for your message - we are so proud of the team that is bringing Chateau de Purnon back to life.
Once again I'm impressed by the skill of the artisans working on the chateau, watching the gentleman essentially freehand the shaping of the window surround with the grinder was gobsmacking. Each video also leads me down some interesting internet searches, I'm now off to look at historical door hinges. Thank you again and best wishes to your team.
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Hello Tim and Felicity! Just want to say that I am becoming more and more in awe of the skills of Original team of artisans / from the architect to the stonemasons, carpenters, decorators and others/ who have designed and built this Gem of Architecture in the 18th Century, 250 years ago! Every detail of the construction had its own purpose and thought of! The new discovery of the probable purpose of the door from the office was great to know, with more understanding about the classes interactions! Thank you and your team of modern skilled artisans for your every day hard work and dedication to restore this Magnificent Chateau! Greetings from the Silicon Valley, California
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Thanks for your message. We're beyond thrilled that you're following our journey from across the oceans and enjoying each little discovery and innovation. Best wishes to you.
The stone artisans are incredible, with their use of modern tools. Gives me a finer appreciate of the earlier artisans. How were they able to do such beautiful work with no modern tools? The Chateau is looking beautiful. Thank you for the dog cameos :-)
Wonderful as always pure origin restoration at its complete finest. The olde girl is looking mighty glamorous she looking like a regal beauty now. In fact sh is magnificent
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Thank you - we're thrilled you enjoyed this episode.
Sometimes, when I think about the enormity of what you two have taken on, I am in awe of your passion and courage! And that door is indeed a treasure. It's so great that you get such a kick out of the little gems that run throughout the larger one that is Purnon.
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I am gob smacked with the level of artistry the stonemasons had in this amazing renovation. I also cannot imagine the cost of doing something like that on this level. It truly is a breathtaking building.
I’m looking for a word but the only one I can come up with is “encouraging” it’s encouraging to see that there are people dedicated to retaining the craftsmanship of the artisan’s of the past and others such as yourselves willing to take on such a daunting task.
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pour préserver un si grand patrimoine, il faut l' amour de l' histoire, de la pierre, des écoles pour l' apprentissage....sinon plus rien depuis longtemps ...
I'm more and more certain, as I watch and rewatch, that you two are basically the ONLY people who would approach this restoration the way you have done. Thank you so much. I feel like I'm watching a UNESCO World Heritage Site come back to life! The usual approach to cleaning up the facade would, I'm sure, normally be to fake it with concrete and Hardiplank. And that's if they didn't just simplify the facade entirely. Very fine. Truly, I've been struggling for context to really grasp what you're doing. Watching again today, it occurs to me! La Sagrada Familia basilica, in Barcelona, is the only other place I've seen similar attention to detail and tradition being carried out by living people. ...Yeah... Wow!
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Thank you for your wonderful message and you contribution towards saving and restoring this incredible estate. We are thrilled that there are so many people who are fascinated by a restoration that seeks to respect the history, spirit and craftsmanship that created this building at the end of the 18th century.
@@didierjacob250 c’est la qualité du travail qui est comparée et non une ressemblance quelconque. Mais le travail de tous les sculpteurs d’autrefois, quel que soit le monument construit et quelle que soit l’époque était tout aussi admirable.
@@sophied5999.....cette personne ne sait manifestement pas, que pour avoir les aides de l' état, Tim et Félicity, doivent suivrent les instructions de leur architecte, des bâtiments historiques, l' art et la manière de l' époque, donc , la question du béton, par exemple, ne se pose pas du tout... La Ségrada, cette création folle, que je ne dénigre pas, ( il fallait oser ! ) n' a aucunes des contraintes de Purnon , puisque originale, sans historiques
Another wonderful piece of history of this amazing chateau.....the. entrance and facade looks beautiful!! All so exciting when one sees another part restored!
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Thanks Jane! That's exactly how we feel with each little milestone.
I love watching the way in which the artisans do the repairs and restoration. She is a beauty and it warms my heart being saved from destruction and ruin
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Vidéo très interessante qui nous permet de mesurer l'ampleur du travail accompli, mais aussi la qualité de la restauration que vous dirigez. Quel bonheur de vous voir prendre ce soin pour toutes les parties de votre domaine, y compris dans le détail. Le travail réalisé sur la pierre est spectaculaire et le résultat est vraiment à la hauteur . nous apprenons beaucoup en vous regardant travailler. C'est comme toujours, un bonheur de voir avancer votre magnifique projet.
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I'm french, live abroad, and I'm sincerely impressed at your taking on this project. The self-inflicted willingness to navigate the meandres of French's administration is outstanding in itself. Funding the project is another breathtaking element. The works being realised are astonishing in their aesthetics and respect of the building. I just wanted to thank you for taking it on you to restore our heritage.
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Wow oh my goodness! Incredible is right. I didn't realize so much went into the stone work. So meticulous and each step so interesting; and how they pretty much have to destroy in order to rebuild. Such an unusual door and entrance worthy of restoration from an historical point of view into daily life.
What an interesting video! To see the stone masons doing their job is mesmerizing. The skill they have learned that has been passed down thru the centuries would make their ancestors proud. I appreciate that we could view this process. Thank You.
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A building or structure is beautiful and serves a purpose. Purnon is such a treasure, but not just for the building we see. It is the time and effort spent on design, construction and decorating from the 1700s to today. It isn’t so much to me about the actual building but each individual artist or caretaker who has cared enough to do their very best for it. That is what makes it special. It forces people to take a deep breath and participate in history.
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Through small details of use, the story of the private door tells all about social classes in France at the end of the XVIII° century (and probably still today). When some chosen people were allowed to enter inside the château by the great door, some others were facing a closed one, outside, waiting for someone "from the château" to let them in… We can so easily imagine this scene from the past.
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It's such a fascinating detail - how architecture and design mimics social realities (of course!).
To whom much is given, much is required..Kudos to you for restoring such a majestic beauty back to it's former glory..the craftsmen are just remarkable..they exude such a care while they are working..what skills!
Amazing work. Im surprised at the stone masons not wearing any form of respirators, here in Australia the PPE requirements have just been increased and some forms of work methods and types of stone completely banned, crystalline Silica is quite lethal and leads to silicosis and death its now treated like working with Asbestos as far as work cover is concerned.
Seeing this up-close again reminds me of just what a magnificent and precise restoration this is ... and it's mammoth!! For some reason this clip really seemed emotional to me. Perhaps seeing the experts and how dedicated they are to getting everything "just right" . If I feel like this watching from so far away I can't imagine how the two of you feel! Nice to see Monsieur Didier and his enjoyment as well. Thanks SO much! ❤B de Chicago
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Would you kindly show the tuffeau stone grafting process which you mention when explaining red marks versus blue marks? This, to me, is one of the most amazing parts of the chateau restoration, due to the fact that the craftsmanship and tools used for the stone shaping are seldom seen in the USA. I found it incredible that the quarter round shape on the bottom of the stone window sill would be hand carved in the field rather than precut into each stone in the shop. What an amazing vlog!!
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A wonderful suggestion. We'll try and incorporate some vision in one of our upcoming videos. Thank you for your message.
It’s an incredible treat to watch this transformation and restoration. Thank you for sharing your love and passion for this unique and precious piece of history and architecture in such detail💖🌸✨
The details in the workmanship is so interesting. Thank you for sharing and thank you for all of the amazing work you're doing to restore this beautiful chateau to her original glory.
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I was a commercial door installer for 15 years and found this vlog so interesting to learn about the counterweights on a man door. I've worked on a lot of counterweight commercial overhead doors before but never a Man/Pass door, That's Super Cool, Thanks!
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I think what you guys have been doing is truly amazing!! Utterly inspirational to watch the ongoing transformation of Chateau de Pernon 🇫🇷 keep the amazing content coming ❤️
As expected, another emotional insight into your progress into bringing this magnificent lady back to her former glory. Your artisans are a joy to watch.
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That’s such a incredible door and it’s history ❤❤ It’s just beautiful to watch the whole process of this amazing restoration, my heart is full of love for what you are doing with this grand lady Thank you 🙏 for sharing her with us 😊
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The patience, artistry, and love each stone mason has put into every stone to insure it measures exactly as it should, is beyond reproach. My hat is off to each of them! I know they receive a paycheck for their work, but you can see how each one of them is determined to insure the final outcome will be almost or exactly as it was done all of those years ago when the Château was built. To everyone involved in this project, thank you for restoring this magnificent structure. I live in the U.S.A, but being able to watch this restoration gives me an idea of how it was put together oh so many years ago!
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Thanks for your message and for acknowledging the extraordinary skill and dedication of our artisans. Without them, saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible.
Their attention to detail is immense! Such care taken to match every little eye-catching detail. Beautiful to watch them at work! Thank you for sharing. Such an exciting restoration journey! 🎩💖✨
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Wow, what beautiful stone work! The artisans are true craftsmen....with such attention to detail. Discovery of second door for the Marquis office, and having it redone was so nice to see, thx for sharing. ❤
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Love watching those guys work their magic on the stones. Such a beautiful building. You two should be very proud of yourselves. An incredible undertaking. Much luck.
Well, just because he needed to interact with them on business didn't mean that he wanted to have them in his home proper. Kind of the way a modern home office for someone who sees clients there has its own separate side entrance, etc.
There’s an underground quarry just outside of my town, much like the one where Purnon’s stone comes from, that was used for much of the sandstone in Edinburgh’s New Town. Although it has been closed for a long time they do occasionally open it back up to get stone to restore some of the historic buildings there. The stonemasons are true artists the way they transform the stone. Their work is incredible. The design features on that door are remarkable.
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Thanks for your message. Our tuffeau stone comes from a quarry at Marigny Brizay - it's about 20 minutes drive south of here. Some of the original stone that built the chateau came from an abandoned nearby chateau at Brizay. We're thrilled you enjoyed seeing the incredible skills of our stonemasons.
Oh how wonderful. It’s looking amazing. Always stop make a coffee and sit to enjoy the video updates. Thanks team. You must be so stoked to see if all coming back so beautifully. So deserving you have worked really hard. Love it. One day will make the trip from NZ to see it first hand.
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Thanks for your message. We're thrilled our journey is part of your routine in New Zealand! We look forward to welcoming you to Chateau de Purnon during one of our Open days.
A friend of our recently visited Europe with her mother but cannot fly due to a medical condition. They drove from West Coast to NY then took cruise over to drive around in central Europe for a couple of weeks then came back same way. Definitely more expensive in terms of money and time but it was her dream to go and she loved it.
@10:06 The door hinges device is similar to those in the Doges Palace in Venice, based on ship doors design to avoid doors slamming shut when the ship pitched and tossed inthe water.
Such a beautiful piece of history , great stone work I am so amazed at such progress I really love the dedication you put into restoring this beautiful castle 🏰 to original form ❤😊
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Muy didáctico y atractivo video sobre la restauración de elementos arquitectónicos que constituyen los contornos de puertas y ventanas del monumental y bello, castillo de PURNON. Saludos desde Caracas, Venezuela.
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As a fellow Australian, I wish to thank you both for the massive contribution to the restoration of this beautiful French chateau. It is a pleasure to see how your choice of French artisans is recovering the chateau in such loving detail. Thank you so much.
We're thrilled you're enjoying our journey - thank you for your message!
Oh wow! the detail the craftsman undertakes is astonishing, watching this video I couldn't help but think the original artisans would be envious of today's tools. And that door that is so cool!
Thanks Tracy - we're thrilled you enjoyed this episode. We think often about the challenges faced by the artisans who originally constructed the chateau.
Totally agree! If I ever get to France, this will be a priority visit!
We'd love to welcome you to Purnon during one of our Open Days.
It amazes me how you continue to find secrets like the door throughout this restoration. The skill of the artisans is amazing also!
These talented stonemasons deserve to be celebrated for their amazing work. Your videos have done that & it’s been a privilege to watch!
Thanks Kathy. We are constantly in awe of their skill and patience. This amazing know-how should be celebrated.
Yes, incredible! The door restoration is amazing too! Thank you for sharing this.
Our pleasure.
That corner now looks so cozy and iconic. I can imagine all the stories l, all the conversations that must have transpired at the front door of the Marquis. This is surely what restoration is all about. Like no other corner of any other home. You can just feel the history even on the other side of the camera lens and the subsequent computer screen.
Thank you for your message. You have encapsulated exactly our spirit - that in saving and restoring the buildings we must also capture the history and stories of the people have lived and worked here over the centuries.
Every time I watch, I am brought to tears.
I lived in France during the early 60s. We didn't have the technology then that we have today. And it is plain to see the pride these craftsmen have in what they do. Thank you for your dedication.
Thanks for your message - we are so proud of the team that is bringing Chateau de Purnon back to life.
Once again I'm impressed by the skill of the artisans working on the chateau, watching the gentleman essentially freehand the shaping of the window surround with the grinder was gobsmacking. Each video also leads me down some interesting internet searches, I'm now off to look at historical door hinges. Thank you again and best wishes to your team.
Thanks for your message. We're thrilled that our journey fascinates you in the same way that it does us!
It is absolutely incredible to see the whole process of how the craftsman repair this stunning building and family home.
Thank you - we're thrilled you enjoyed it!
Hello Tim and Felicity! Just want to say that I am becoming more and more in awe of the skills of Original team of artisans / from the architect to the stonemasons, carpenters, decorators and others/ who have designed and built this Gem of Architecture in the 18th Century, 250 years ago! Every detail of the construction had its own purpose and thought of! The new discovery of the probable purpose of the door from the office was great to know, with more understanding about the classes interactions! Thank you and your team of modern skilled artisans for your every day hard work and dedication to restore this Magnificent Chateau! Greetings from the Silicon Valley, California
Thanks for your message. We're beyond thrilled that you're following our journey from across the oceans and enjoying each little discovery and innovation. Best wishes to you.
It’s beautiful watching such talented stonemasons work and the chateau is starting to look like a masterpiece
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Amazing discoveries at the chateau! Watching the artisans work diligently, making every stone fit, truly amazing!!!
Thank you! Thrilled you enjoyed this episode.
The stone artisans are incredible, with their use of modern tools. Gives me a finer appreciate of the earlier artisans. How were they able to do such beautiful work with no modern tools? The Chateau is looking beautiful. Thank you for the dog cameos :-)
being hypnotized watching the stonemasons at work - thank you very much for vlogging their artistry
It is our pleasure - we're in awe of their work and skill.
Wonderful as always pure origin restoration at its complete finest. The olde girl is looking mighty glamorous she looking like a regal beauty now. In fact sh is magnificent
Thank you - we're thrilled you enjoyed this episode.
Sometimes, when I think about the enormity of what you two have taken on, I am in awe of your passion and courage! And that door is indeed a treasure. It's so great that you get such a kick out of the little gems that run throughout the larger one that is Purnon.
Thanks for your message. We're thrilled you enjoyed this episode.
The stonemasons are so very talented. Fascinating watching them work. Thank you for a very informative video. 🇦🇺
Thrilled you enjoyed another instalment!
Watching those artisans work is like an ASMR video!
I am gob smacked with the level of artistry the stonemasons had in this amazing renovation. I also cannot imagine the cost of doing something like that on this level. It truly is a breathtaking building.
The amount of work that has been done on the exterior is truly incredible.
The care that is taken by every artisan is remarkable. You can see how majestic she was and will be once again.
We are in awe of our artisans - without their skill, saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible.
I’m looking for a word but the only one I can come up with is “encouraging” it’s encouraging to see that there are people dedicated to retaining the craftsmanship of the artisan’s of the past and others such as yourselves willing to take on such a daunting task.
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pour préserver un si grand patrimoine, il faut l' amour de l' histoire, de la pierre, des écoles pour l' apprentissage....sinon plus rien depuis longtemps ...
I'm more and more certain, as I watch and rewatch, that you two are basically the ONLY people who would approach this restoration the way you have done. Thank you so much. I feel like I'm watching a UNESCO World Heritage Site come back to life!
The usual approach to cleaning up the facade would, I'm sure, normally be to fake it with concrete and Hardiplank. And that's if they didn't just simplify the facade entirely. Very fine.
Truly, I've been struggling for context to really grasp what you're doing. Watching again today, it occurs to me! La Sagrada Familia basilica, in Barcelona, is the only other place I've seen similar attention to detail and tradition being carried out by living people. ...Yeah... Wow!
Thank you for your wonderful message and you contribution towards saving and restoring this incredible estate. We are thrilled that there are so many people who are fascinated by a restoration that seeks to respect the history, spirit and craftsmanship that created this building at the end of the 18th century.
bonjour, le château est classé au patrimoine historique du 18 eme siècle, et n' a rien à voir avec la segrada familia
@@didierjacob250 c’est la qualité du travail qui est comparée et non une ressemblance quelconque. Mais le travail de tous les sculpteurs d’autrefois, quel que soit le monument construit et quelle que soit l’époque était tout aussi admirable.
@@sophied5999.....cette personne ne sait manifestement pas, que pour avoir les aides de l' état, Tim et Félicity, doivent suivrent les instructions de leur architecte, des bâtiments historiques, l' art et la manière de l' époque, donc , la question du béton, par exemple, ne se pose pas du tout... La Ségrada, cette création folle, que je ne dénigre pas, ( il fallait oser ! ) n' a aucunes des contraintes de Purnon , puisque originale, sans historiques
Another wonderful piece of history of this amazing chateau.....the. entrance and facade looks beautiful!! All so exciting when one sees another part restored!
Thanks Jane! That's exactly how we feel with each little milestone.
I love watching the way in which the artisans do the repairs and restoration.
She is a beauty and it warms my heart being saved from destruction and ruin
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Quel travail fantastique! Merci aussi aux compagnons pour leur savoir et leurs réalisations dans cette énorme restauration 👌👏👍
Merci pour votre message!
Incredable craftsmanship. Like putting a huge jigsaw puzzle together. Manificent.
Thank you for acknowledging the incredible skills of our artisans - without them, saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible.
Vidéo très interessante qui nous permet de mesurer l'ampleur du travail accompli, mais aussi la qualité de la restauration que vous dirigez. Quel bonheur de vous voir prendre ce soin pour toutes les parties de votre domaine, y compris dans le détail. Le travail réalisé sur la pierre est spectaculaire et le résultat est vraiment à la hauteur . nous apprenons beaucoup en vous regardant travailler. C'est comme toujours, un bonheur de voir avancer votre magnifique projet.
Merci pour votre message. Cela nous fait plaisir de savoir que des personnes qui partagent notre amour et notre respect du patrimoine regardent notre aventure.
Sunday morning ritual watching Chateau de Purnon with my morning cup of coffee Thank You.
Wonderful! Enjoy!
I'm french, live abroad, and I'm sincerely impressed at your taking on this project. The self-inflicted willingness to navigate the meandres of French's administration is outstanding in itself. Funding the project is another breathtaking element. The works being realised are astonishing in their aesthetics and respect of the building. I just wanted to thank you for taking it on you to restore our heritage.
Thanks for your wonderful message. We're thrilled you're following our journey. And we're so pleased that people around the world can share in our adventure.
Quel travail magnifique. Merci de nous le faire partager.
Merci pour votre message.
Wow oh my goodness! Incredible is right. I didn't realize so much went into the stone work. So meticulous and each step so interesting; and how they pretty much have to destroy in order to rebuild. Such an unusual door and entrance worthy of restoration from an historical point of view into daily life.
What an interesting video! To see the stone masons doing their job is mesmerizing. The skill they have learned that has been passed down thru the centuries would make their ancestors proud. I appreciate that we could view this process. Thank You.
Thanks for your message - we're thrilled you were able to see our stonemasons at work.
How great that projects like this keep the craft and skills of masonry alive. And you have an actual Gaul (Matthieu) working on the palace 😁
It's very touching to see foreigners taking care of our châteaux ! They are so many of them that the good will of all is welcomed ...
Thank you! We're thrilled to work with our extraordinary French architect and our amazing French artisans to save this gem.
I LOVE that door. The precision & mechanics are outstanding! Such care is amazing!!
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Those stone masons did an incredible job 😍😍😍😍😍
Thank you for acknowledging them - they are incredibly highly skilled.
A building or structure is beautiful and serves a purpose. Purnon is such a treasure, but not just for the building we see. It is the time and effort spent on design, construction and decorating from the 1700s to today. It isn’t so much to me about the actual building but each individual artist or caretaker who has cared enough to do their very best for it. That is what makes it special. It forces people to take a deep breath and participate in history.
Thank you for your wonderful message - we are thrilled you are taking the time to be part of our journey.
Through small details of use, the story of the private door tells all about social classes in France at the end of the XVIII° century (and probably still today). When some chosen people were allowed to enter inside the château by the great door, some others were facing a closed one, outside, waiting for someone "from the château" to let them in… We can so easily imagine this scene from the past.
It's such a fascinating detail - how architecture and design mimics social realities (of course!).
LOVE THE GRAND MUSIC AS IF THERE IS AN ORCHESTRA OUTSIDE 🏰🏰🏰
I'm always so impressed by the work of the stonemasons.
They are amazing. Thank you.
To whom much is given, much is required..Kudos to you for restoring such a majestic beauty back to it's former glory..the craftsmen are just remarkable..they exude such a care while they are working..what skills!
fascinating!! never thought watching stone masons ( artists) at work would be so beautiful!
It's amazing how everybody came together to bring it back to life, well done
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Amazing work. Im surprised at the stone masons not wearing any form of respirators, here in Australia the PPE requirements have just been increased and some forms of work methods and types of stone completely banned, crystalline Silica is quite lethal and leads to silicosis and death its now treated like working with Asbestos as far as work cover is concerned.
@@nath5440 it’s funny how various countries have different rules and regulations.
Looking better and better every post. So want to visit France just to visit this beyond fascinating chateau one day. Australians rock!
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No shortcuts taken, I love it! Great work everyone involved, Thanks for sharing!
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The masonry work is so stunningly beautiful
Thank you - we are in awe of our incredible stonemasons.
Seeing this up-close again reminds me of just what a magnificent and precise restoration this is ... and it's mammoth!! For some reason this clip really seemed emotional to me. Perhaps seeing the experts and how dedicated they are to getting everything "just right" .
If I feel like this watching from so far away I can't imagine how the two of you feel!
Nice to see Monsieur Didier and his enjoyment as well. Thanks SO much! ❤B de Chicago
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Would you kindly show the tuffeau stone grafting process which you mention when explaining red marks versus blue marks? This, to me, is one of the most amazing parts of the chateau restoration, due to the fact that the craftsmanship and tools used for the stone shaping are seldom seen in the USA. I found it incredible that the quarter round shape on the bottom of the stone window sill would be hand carved in the field rather than precut into each stone in the shop. What an amazing vlog!!
A wonderful suggestion. We'll try and incorporate some vision in one of our upcoming videos. Thank you for your message.
Wow!!! Questo Castello addormentato si sta svegliando....
Sta diventando sempre più bello!!! ❤
Esattamente! Grazie per il suo messaggio.
With thanks Felicity and Tim
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It’s an incredible treat to watch this transformation and restoration. Thank you for sharing your love and passion for this unique and precious piece of history and architecture in such detail💖🌸✨
You're welcome! We're thrilled you're enjoying our adventure.
The details in the workmanship is so interesting. Thank you for sharing and thank you for all of the amazing work you're doing to restore this beautiful chateau to her original glory.
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I was a commercial door installer for 15 years and found this vlog so interesting to learn about the counterweights on a man door.
I've worked on a lot of counterweight commercial overhead doors before but never a Man/Pass door, That's Super Cool, Thanks!
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Such a masterpiece...
We're a little biased, but we agree!
I think what you guys have been doing is truly amazing!! Utterly inspirational to watch the ongoing transformation of Chateau de Pernon 🇫🇷 keep the amazing content coming ❤️
Thank you! We're thrilled you're enjoying our adventure.
As expected, another emotional insight into your progress into bringing this magnificent lady back to her former glory. Your artisans are a joy to watch.
Thank you - we're thrilled you're following our journey.
That’s such a incredible door and it’s history ❤❤
It’s just beautiful to watch the whole process of this amazing restoration, my heart is full of love for what you are doing with this grand lady
Thank you 🙏 for sharing her with us 😊
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What a incredible journey you are taking us on. Just loving every factor of this monumental restoration. Thank you.
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The patience, artistry, and love each stone mason has put into every stone to insure it measures exactly as it should, is beyond reproach. My hat is off to each of them! I know they receive a paycheck for their work, but you can see how each one of them is determined to insure the final outcome will be almost or exactly as it was done all of those years ago when the Château was built. To everyone involved in this project, thank you for restoring this magnificent structure. I live in the U.S.A, but being able to watch this restoration gives me an idea of how it was put together oh so many years ago!
Thanks for your message and for acknowledging the extraordinary skill and dedication of our artisans. Without them, saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible.
How inspiring to see the care and precision, the love with which that stone is worked. 🇦🇺
Thanks Kate - we're thrilled you enjoyed seeing our stonemasons at work.
Their attention to detail is immense! Such care taken to match every little eye-catching detail. Beautiful to watch them at work! Thank you for sharing. Such an exciting restoration journey! 🎩💖✨
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What incredible craftsman. I was thinking they will be able to show their grandchildren the work they did at Purnon. It will live on for centuries.
We hope so! Just as we marvel at the craftsmanship of those who originally constructed the chateau.
Incredible work. Thank you for the video. Also didn't realize how soft the stone is.
Thank you! yes, it's amazing when you watch them working how supple the stone is.
An exquisite building brought back to life by skilled artisans. Touchingly beautiful.
Thanks for your message and for acknowledging the incredible skills of our artisans - without them, saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible.
Wow, what beautiful stone work! The artisans are true craftsmen....with such attention to detail. Discovery of second door for the Marquis office, and having it redone was so nice to see, thx for sharing. ❤
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Trust Australians to not even notice that cobweb. I would have died. Tim just brushes it aside like nothing 😂
Because we know that we've survived Australian spider webs - nothing worries us!
Wow the stonework is incredible
Indeed - our stonemasons are incredible!
Another spectacular episode. Love the work of the stonemasons and once again...excellent production.
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Simply amazing to see how the Craftsmen work their processes.
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Step by step brick by brick!❤
Exactly!
An inspirational pair of unique individuals ❤️
Love watching those guys work their magic on the stones. Such a beautiful building. You two should be very proud of yourselves. An incredible undertaking. Much luck.
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Magical! So incredible that there are still Masons out there that have these skills! Greetings from Southern California, USA.
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Des artistes ! 👍
Oui, bravo!
I am imagining the visitors to the Marquis' office not having to pass through the house, like gardeners or estate managers. Fascinating.
Exactly. An interesting insight into how the chateau was designed to reflect the realities of 18th century life.
Well, just because he needed to interact with them on business didn't mean that he wanted to have them in his home proper. Kind of the way a modern home office for someone who sees clients there has its own separate side entrance, etc.
There’s an underground quarry just outside of my town, much like the one where Purnon’s stone comes from, that was used for much of the sandstone in Edinburgh’s New Town. Although it has been closed for a long time they do occasionally open it back up to get stone to restore some of the historic buildings there. The stonemasons are true artists the way they transform the stone. Their work is incredible. The design features on that door are remarkable.
Thanks for your message. Our tuffeau stone comes from a quarry at Marigny Brizay - it's about 20 minutes drive south of here. Some of the original stone that built the chateau came from an abandoned nearby chateau at Brizay. We're thrilled you enjoyed seeing the incredible skills of our stonemasons.
Oh how wonderful. It’s looking amazing. Always stop make a coffee and sit to enjoy the video updates. Thanks team. You must be so stoked to see if all coming back so beautifully. So deserving you have worked really hard. Love it. One day will make the trip from NZ to see it first hand.
Thanks for your message. We're thrilled our journey is part of your routine in New Zealand! We look forward to welcoming you to Chateau de Purnon during one of our Open days.
Gorgeous! The workmen are all artists! If I weren’t so afraid of airplanes, I would come to the area next year from Virginia, USA.
Take the boat! We'd love to welcome you to Chateau de Purnon during one of our Open Days! Thanks for your message.
A friend of our recently visited Europe with her mother but cannot fly due to a medical condition. They drove from West Coast to NY then took cruise over to drive around in central Europe for a couple of weeks then came back same way. Definitely more expensive in terms of money and time but it was her dream to go and she loved it.
Wow, klobouk dolů ti vaši řemeslníci jsou skvělí .
Děkujeme! Naši kameníci jsou neuvěřitelní.
I'm always impressed with the work of the artisans. 👍
This is some amazing work. I’m sure it’s also being done for an amazing cost. 😳
Such incredible craftsman! What a talent! The patience!
Yes, exactly. Such care to make everything as close to perfect as possible.
Incredible workmanship!!!
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What a marvellous work
Thank you!
@10:06 The door hinges device is similar to those in the Doges Palace in Venice, based on ship doors design to avoid doors slamming shut when the ship pitched and tossed inthe water.
Thank you for another wonderful video. These craftsmen are very talented. 😊
They are wonderful - saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible without them!
Very special indeed
Thank you!
Such a beautiful piece of history , great stone work I am so amazed at such progress I really love the dedication you put into restoring this beautiful castle 🏰 to original form ❤😊
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Great journey and beautiful Job, A hug from Mexico
Thank you - thrilled you enjoyed this episode.
Merci !
Avec plaisir!
Beautiful seeing the chateau taking shape bit by bit.
We're thrilled you're enjoying each episode.
What continues to amaze me is that Purnon is not only being restored, but to the highest level and quality I have ever seen.
Thanks Rick - we're thrilled you're continuing to enjoy our journey.
I am constantly amazed at the skill of these artisans. Their attention to detail is commendable.
Thank you for acknowledging the incredible skills of our artisans - without them saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible.
Thanks!
Thank you! We really appreciate your ongoing support.
Beautiful work. Thank you for making it happen.
Credit to our amazing artisans.
Muy didáctico y atractivo video sobre la restauración de elementos arquitectónicos que constituyen los contornos de puertas y ventanas del monumental y bello, castillo de PURNON. Saludos desde Caracas, Venezuela.
Gracias por su mensaje. Estamos encantados de que haya disfrutado de este episodio.
Really incredible work. I would love to work on such a project.
Its all so interesting. And moving right along. Thanks for sharing
Looking fantastic! Well done
Thank you!
Well done everyone ❤
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Genial!
Wunderbare handwerkliche Meisterleistung und wunderschöne Detailarbeit👍👏
Danke sehr für Ihre Nachricht.