Trompe-l'oeil

The idea of this technique is to deceive and please the eye.

The trompe l'oeil at first sight should surprise and illude the observer into thinking that he is seeing something in 3 dimension and not a flat surface.

Decorative sheild held by 2 angels Painted family coat of arms     
Inside of door painted in renaissance style Detail of imitation metal as a dado, column and ceiling
Detail of ceiling painting Detail of ceiling painting
Architectural construction trompe l'oeil above a fireplace