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Interior of Catacombs, Paris, 1861 (b / w photo)
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Interior of Catacombs, Paris, 1861 (b / w photo)
CHT200476 Interior of Catacombs, Paris, 1861 (b/w photo) by Nadar (Gaspard Felix Tournachon) (1820-1910); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Nadar used for the first time artificial lights to make surveys of the catacombs; because of the very long exposure time, Nadar used a dummy; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23223180
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Bone Bones Catacomb French Second Empire Funerary Nadar Felix Tournachon Dit 1820 1910 Ossuary Pulling Sepulchral Chamber Skull Skulls Tombs Truck Underground
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This print captures the eerie beauty of the Interior of Catacombs in Paris, taken in 1861 by Nadar (Gaspard Felix Tournachon). The image showcases the underground world of skulls, bones, and sepulchral chambers that make up this hauntingly fascinating ossuary. Nadar's innovative use of artificial lights allowed him to navigate through these dark catacombs for the first time. Due to the long exposure time required for photography at that time, he cleverly used a dummy as a stand-in model. This unique technique enabled him to capture every intricate detail without any movement blur. In this particular photograph, we see a worker pulling a truck filled with tombs amidst an architectural backdrop of stacked bones. The male skeleton nearby adds an extra layer of macabre atmosphere to this already chilling scene. The Interior of Catacombs became a popular curiosity among Parisians during the French Second Empire era. Nadar's photograph not only documents this historical site but also serves as a testament to his pioneering work in early photography. Displayed here is an exquisite print from Bridgeman Images' collection, sourced from Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France. It offers viewers an opportunity to delve into the depths of history and contemplate our mortality while marveling at Nadar's artistic vision captured through his lens.
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