Ferrez Collection

The Rua do Ouvidor, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1895. Creator: Marc Ferrez
The Rua do Ouvidor, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1895. Shops and pedestrians in a busy street. From " Round the World in Pictures and Photographs

Santos railway station Ferrez Marc 1843-1923
Santos railway station, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, Photograph, 1885

coffee plantation Ferrez Marc 1843-1923 Photograph
At the coffee plantation, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, Photograph, ca. 1885

Sao Joao Street S. P Gilberto Ferrez photographic
Beginning of Sao Joao Street, S.P. Gilberto Ferrez photographic collection, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, Photograph, 1885

Municipal court building Sao Paulo Ferrez Marc
Municipal court building, Sao Paulo, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, Photograph, 1880

Picking coffee beans photograph nineteenth-century Brazil
Picking coffee beans, photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, ca. 1885

S. P. Observatory S. P Gilberto Ferrez collection
S.P. Observatory, S.P. Gilberto Ferrez collection of photographs of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, ca. 1880

S. P. Carmen Bridge S. P Gilberto Ferrez collection
S.P. Carmen Bridge, S.P. Gilberto Ferrez collection of photographs of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, ca. 1878

Coffee plantation workers photograph nineteenth-century Brazil
Coffee plantation workers, photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, 1885

View coffee plantation photograph nineteenth-century Brazil
View of a coffee plantation, photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, ca. 1885

Going work coffee plantation Ferrez Marc 1843-1923
Going to work at the coffee plantation, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, Photograph, ca. 1888

Petropolis photograph nineteenth-century Brazil
Petropolis, photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, 1885

Petropolis Ferrez Marc 1843-1923 Photograph 1885
Petropolis, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, Photograph, 1885

Waiting train photograph nineteenth-century Brazil
Waiting for the train, photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, ca. 1885

Picking coffee beans Ferrez Marc 1843-1923 Photograph
Picking coffee beans, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, Photograph, ca. 1890

Little Falls photograph nineteenth-century Brazil
Little Falls, photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, 1885

Bridge entering Petropolis collection photograph
Bridge entering Petropolis, collection of photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, ca. 1882

Imperial Palace collection photograph nineteenth-century Brazil
Imperial Palace, collection of photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, 1885

Imperial Palace photograph nineteenth-century Brazil
Imperial Palace, photograph of nineteenth-century Brazil, Ferrez, Marc, 1843-1923, Photograph, ca. 1882

Jauapiry Indian with weapons, Brazil, 19th century

The Curved Bridge of the St. Anthony River Aqueduct (Aqueducto do Rio Sto. Antonio - Ponte Curva).; Marc Ferrez, Brazilian

Tramway do Rio do Ouro / Vista do trem de servico
Tramway do Rio do Ouro/Vista do trem de servico; Marc Ferrez, Brazilian, 1843 - 1923; 1880s; Gelatin silver printing-out paper print; Image: 26.5 x 39.4 cm (10 7/16 x 15 1/2 in.)

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"Ferrez: Capturing the Essence of 19th Century Brazil" Step back in time to the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro, as Marc Ferrez's lens transports us to the Rua do Ouvidor in 1895. The bustling atmosphere and architectural marvels come alive through his masterful photography. Intriguingly, it also delves into Brazil's indigenous heritage, presenting a captivating image of a Jauapiry Indian armed with weapons from the 19th century. This glimpse into their culture and history is both fascinating and thought-provoking. Moving on to Santos railway station, we witness Ferrez's ability to capture not only people but also infrastructure. His photograph showcases the grandeur and importance of this transportation hub during that era. The coffee industry played a significant role in shaping Brazil's economy, and Ferrez beautifully documents its essence. From a coffee plantation scene where workers diligently pick beans to an expansive view capturing the vastness of these plantations - his photographs provide insight into this pivotal aspect of Brazilian history. Gilberto Ferrez continues his father's legacy by capturing iconic landmarks such as Sao Joao Street and Municipal Court Building in São Paulo. These images offer glimpses into urban life at that time while showcasing Gilberto's own artistic eye for composition. Ferrez doesn't shy away from documenting societal changes either; he captures historic moments like Princess Isabel leading the abolition slavery movement. Through his lens, we witness her determination towards social progress. Lastly, Gilberto adds depth to our understanding by sharing images from S. P Observatory and Carmen Bridge collections. These photographs highlight scientific advancements alongside architectural wonders that shaped São Paulo during this period. Marc Ferrez’s photographic collection serves as a visual time capsule, transporting us back to 19th century Brazil with each image telling its unique story, and is through these snapshots that we gain insights into various aspects of Brazilian society – be it the bustling streets, indigenous heritage, coffee plantations, urban development, or