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Demolition of the Paris barriers, Arc de Triomphe and Place de l Etoile, engraved
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Demolition of the Paris barriers, Arc de Triomphe and Place de l Etoile, engraved
XIR280143 Demolition of the Paris barriers, Arc de Triomphe and Place de l Etoile, engraved by Henry Duff Linton (1815-99) 1860 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Thorigny, Felix (1824-70) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: demolition des barrieres de Paris; Etoile; Grands Travaux du baron Georges Eugene Haussmann (1809-91); built by Claude Nicolas Ledoux (1736-1806); ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12793925
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Barrier Building Site Demolishing Exit Gate Haussmannisation Haussmannization Labourers Labouring Limits Parisians Pick Second Empire Toll House Town Planning Urban Regeneration Visitor Visitors Wheelbarrow Labourer Neoclassical
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This print captures a pivotal moment in the history of Paris - the demolition of the barriers, Arc de Triomphe, and Place de l'Etoile. Engraved by Henry Duff Linton in 1860, this image showcases the immense urban regeneration efforts undertaken by Baron Georges Eugene Haussmann during the Second Empire. The scene is bustling with activity as workers laboriously dismantle these iconic structures. With pickaxes in hand and wheelbarrows at their side, they tirelessly contribute to reshaping the city's landscape. Visitors observe from a distance, witnessing firsthand the transformation taking place before their eyes. The neoclassical architecture of Claude Nicolas Ledoux stands tall amidst this chaotic construction site. The gatehouses and toll booths that once marked Paris' limits are now being torn down to make way for progress. This photograph not only documents an important chapter in Parisian history but also symbolizes the spirit of change and modernization sweeping through Europe during this era. It serves as a testament to human determination and innovation as old gives way to new. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are reminded of how cities evolve over time - constantly adapting to meet changing needs while preserving elements of their rich heritage.
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