5e Arrondissement Collection

Rue de la Montagne Sainte-Genevieve, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR196788 Rue de la Montagne Sainte-Genevieve, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Course of the Bievre in Paris with Tanneries, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR196781 Course of the Bievre in Paris with Tanneries, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue Maitre Albert (from Quai de la Tournelle) Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR230702 Rue Maitre Albert (from Quai de la Tournelle) Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue de l Arbalete, from the Rue Mouffetard, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR196792 Rue de l Arbalete, from the Rue Mouffetard, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue de Scipion, from the Rue des Francs-Bourgeois, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR196789 Rue de Scipion, from the Rue des Francs-Bourgeois, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue Fresnel, from the dead end of Versailles, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR202774 Rue Fresnel, from the dead end of Versailles, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue Saint-Nicolas-du-Chardonnet, from the street Traversine, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR202773 Rue Saint-Nicolas-du-Chardonnet, from the street Traversine, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue du Fer-a-Moulin, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR217798 Rue du Fer-a-Moulin, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue des Anglais, from Boulevard Saint-Germain, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR202775 Rue des Anglais, from Boulevard Saint-Germain, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue des Bernardins from Quai de La Tournelle, Paris between 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR230701 Rue des Bernardins from Quai de La Tournelle, Paris between 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue Maitre Albert (from place Maubert) Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR230703 Rue Maitre Albert (from place Maubert) Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue Descartes, from the Rue Mouffetard, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR217797 Rue Descartes, from the Rue Mouffetard, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Rue du Bon-Puits, from the Rue Traversine, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR196791 Rue du Bon-Puits, from the Rue Traversine, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

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The 5e arrondissement of Paris, also known as the Latin Quarter, is a treasure trove of history frozen in time. Step back to the late 19th century with these captivating black and white photos that capture the essence of this enchanting district. One image takes us down Rue de la Montagne Sainte-Genevieve, where cobblestone streets lead us through a maze of charming buildings. The course of the Bievre river reveals itself with tanneries lining its banks, showcasing an industry long forgotten. Rue Maitre Albert beckons from Quai de la Tournelle, inviting us to explore its narrow alleys and hidden corners. Meanwhile, Rue de l'Arbalete entices passersby with its picturesque charm as it intersects with Rue Mouffetard. Venturing further into this historic neighborhood brings us to Rue de Scipion and its connection to Rue des Francs-Bourgeois. These streets tell stories of centuries past through their architecture and ambiance. As we wander along Rue Fresnel towards Versailles, we are transported back in time by the faded grandeur captured in these photographs. Similarly, Rue Saint-Nicolas-du-Chardonnet evokes a sense of mystery as it emerges from Traversine Street. Rue du Fer-a-Moulin stands tall amidst this collection, exuding elegance even in monochrome splendor. And just around the corner lies Boulevard Saint-Germain's intersection with Rue des Anglais—a meeting point between old-world charm and modernity. Quai de La Tournelle leads us once again to another gem—Rue des Bernardins—an avenue that epitomizes timeless beauty against the backdrop of flowing waters. Finally, returning to Place Maubert brings us full circle on our journey through time within this remarkable arrondissement. These black and white photographs transport us back over a century, allowing us to witness the evolution of these streets and their enduring allure.