Trottoir Collection

Walkway and the German Pavilion, Exposition Universelle, Paris, 1900 (b/w photo)
660933 Walkway and the German Pavilion, Exposition Universelle, Paris, 1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The runaway ring - la fuite galopante, des ecoliers surpris et poursuivis par un chien courent dans la rue
DUV4218784 The runaway ring - la fuite galopante, des ecoliers surpris et poursuivis par un chien courent dans la rue, abandonnant leurs affaires sur le trottoir - Extrait de Afternoon Tea

Villa dans la Gaule antique. Villa in Ancient Gaul
5675090 Villa dans la Gaule antique. Villa in Ancient Gaul. by Beuzon, Joseph (1864-1940); (add.info.: Geographie. France. Antiquite. Une villa gallo romaine, la Gaule dans l´┐¢empire Romain)

Rainy Afternoon (oil on canvas)
NYH187348 Rainy Afternoon (oil on canvas) by Guaccimanni, Vittorio (1859-1938); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; Italian, out of copyright

Souris faisant la charite a un cochon. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville
DUV4212363 Souris faisant la charite a un cochon. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville. Gravure signee Andrew, Best et Leloir dans la partie intitulee " Le rat philosophe" ecrit par

Vente sur les boulevards du journal En avant (engraving)
CHT253035 Vente sur les boulevards du journal En avant (engraving) by French School; Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Paris Universal Exhibition (Exposition Universelle) of 1900. View of the viaducts with the Trottoir Roulant (Moving walkway) named Rue de l Avenir and the Decauville Electric Railway

The Windmills at Montmartre, 1884 (oil on canvas)
XIR895976 The Windmills at Montmartre, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Signac, Paul (1863-1935); 35x27 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

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The trottoir, a humble walkway, has witnessed countless stories unfold throughout history. From the grandeur of the German Pavilion at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1900 to the chaotic scene captured in "The Runaway Ring, " where schoolchildren flee from a chasing dog, leaving their belongings scattered on its surface. Even ancient Gaul had its own version of a trottoir, leading to villas that once stood proudly amidst lush landscapes. And on a rainy afternoon depicted on canvas, people sought refuge under umbrellas as they hurried along this familiar path. In another intriguing tale, illustrated by JJ Granville, a mouse shows kindness to a pig on the sidewalk. Such unexpected encounters remind us that compassion can be found even in unlikely places. Meanwhile, bustling boulevards became stages for commerce and culture alike. The sale of newspapers was an event unto itself as crowds gathered during the Paris Universal Exhibition. And at 32 rue de la China or 40 rue Pastourelle in Old Paris, life unfolded against the backdrop of these well-trodden paths. Observing men and women strolling along sidewalks offers glimpses into everyday existence - moments frozen in time forever etched onto film or canvas. These snapshots capture both joyous occasions and struggles faced by those who tread upon this unassuming ground. Yet beyond its tangible presence lies something more profound - symbolism embedded within each cobblestone or slab of concrete. The trottoir represents connection; it links individuals together as they traverse through life's journey side by side. So next time you find yourself walking down any street with your eyes fixed ahead, take a moment to appreciate the significance held within every step you take upon this simple yet powerful pathway called the trottoir.