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As one enters The Breakers, they are immediately struck by the grand scale of the Great Hall, a 50-foot cube space reminiscent of a cathedral. The hall is adorned with lavish gold leaf and symbolic plasterwork that exemplifies Renaissance inspiration. The chandeliers, among the first electric installations in a home, add to the ethereal ambiance, illuminating the gatherings of the era's elite.
Walking through the mansion allows visitors to experience the intricate craftsmanship of the dining room, featuring massive crystal chandeliers and exquisite marble fireplaces that hosted numerous lavish dinners, where the highest echelons of society dined and discussed important affairs of state.