The painting of Neptune stands inside what used to be a recessed arch with a fireplace, that was blocked and redecorated.
While removing the pointing of the blocked-off access, the conservators witnessed decorative elements completely different from the current decorative scheme of the Gran Salon and a small opening was made and revealed details of a trident.
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