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View of Pere Lachaise Cemetery from the Entrance, 1815 (colour engraving)
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View of Pere Lachaise Cemetery from the Entrance, 1815 (colour engraving)
CHT194999 View of Pere Lachaise Cemetery from the Entrance, 1815 (colour engraving) by Courvoisier, Pierre (1756-1804) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: vue de Pere Lachaise prise de l entree; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22340536
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Bereaved Entree Grave Graves Graveyard Paying Respects Pere Lachaise Tombstones Visitors
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This 1815 colour engraving titled "View of Pere Lachaise Cemetery from the Entrance" by Pierre Courvoisier offers a glimpse into the solemn beauty of this iconic Parisian graveyard. The print, now part of the Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, France, showcases a panoramic view of the cemetery's entrance. In this hauntingly serene scene, tombstones and graves stretch as far as the eye can see, reminding us of the eternal nature of life and death. Visitors can be seen paying their respects to departed loved ones, their presence adding a touch of melancholy to an otherwise peaceful atmosphere. The artist skillfully captures both the grandeur and intimacy found within Pere Lachaise Cemetery. Each grave seems to tell its own unique story - tales that are cherished by bereaved families who come here seeking solace or simply to remember those they have lost. Courvoisier's masterful engraving technique brings out every intricate detail with remarkable precision. From delicate engravings on tombstones to subtle variations in shading that evoke depth and texture, his work breathes life into this timeless image. As we gaze upon this historic artwork, we are transported back in time to witness a moment frozen forever within these hallowed grounds. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in death, our memories endure and our spirits live on through those who visit us here at Pere Lachaise Cemetery.
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