Paris, France - Barriers, Octroi General
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Paris, France - Barriers, Octroi General
Paris, France - Barriers, Octroi General. Date: 1828
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1828 Bargain Barriers Carriages Control Goods Grant Merchant Octroi
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Paris, France - Barriers, Octroi General (1828): A Glimpse into the Regulated World of 19th Century Trade This evocative image, captured in Paris, France, in 1828, offers a glimpse into the intricately regulated world of 19th-century trade. The photograph, titled 'Barriers, Octroi General,' depicts a bustling scene at the city's Octroi General, or main customs barrier. Here, merchants and their carriages laden with goods are meticulously inspected before being granted entry into Paris. The Octroi General was a crucial component of Paris's economic infrastructure, serving as the primary point of control for the city's taxation system. The tax, known as the Octroi, was levied on all goods entering Paris, and the barrier served as the physical and administrative hub for this process. In the photograph, we see a line of horses and carriages, their drivers and passengers waiting patiently for their turn to be inspected. The barriers, manned by French soldiers, can be seen examining the goods, likely checking for any contraband or unpaid taxes. The scene is a testament to the meticulous control that was exercised over trade and commerce in Paris during this period. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the daily life of Parisians during this era. The diverse crowd in the background, consisting of merchants, laborers, and bystanders, underscores the economic and social complexity of the city. The horses and carriages, which were the primary mode of transportation during this period, add to the sense of movement and activity. Overall, this photograph is an invaluable historical record of Paris's economic past and the intricate systems that governed trade and commerce in the city during the 19th century.
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