The Thomas Jefferson Building: A Virtual Tour of the Library of Congress

The Members of Congress Room
Yellow Ceiling Panel - Creation of Light

Previous Page Read Description Next Page

The yellow or central ceiling panel, the first color of the spectrum, depicts the Creation of Light. Divine Intelligence is enthroned in the midst of Space, enveloped with mist and clouds, and uttering the words "Let there be light." The cherubs represent Physics, Metaphysics, Psychology, and Theology.




Library of Congress
Contact Us ( April 23, 2003 )