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Large Boulevards Collection

"Capturing the Essence of Paris: The Magnificence of Large Boulevards" Step into the world of Jean Charles Adolphe Alphand

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard du temple et theatre de l'ambigu comique, 1865

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard du temple et theatre de l'ambigu comique, 1865
LUX4817451 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard du temple et theatre de l'ambigu comique, 1865; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): grand boulevard, 1912

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): grand boulevard, 1912
LUX4797582 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): grand boulevard, 1912 -; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): grand boulevard, 1912 -); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard des Italians, 1875

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard des Italians, 1875
LUX4709847 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard des Italians, 1875; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard des Italians, 1875); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Porte Saint Denis, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1870

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Porte Saint Denis, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1870
LUX4701371 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Porte Saint Denis, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1870 -; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Porte Saint Denis, 10th arrondissement of Paris

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Street scene near Porte Saint Denis, Paris, circa 1890

Street scene near Porte Saint Denis, Paris, circa 1890
NWI4868943 Street scene near Porte Saint Denis, Paris, circa 1890.; (add.info.: Street scene near Porte Saint Denis, Paris, circa 1890.); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Champs Elysees at dusk near the Arc de Triomphe, Paris, years 1890. 19th century colour engraving

Champs Elysees at dusk near the Arc de Triomphe, Paris, years 1890. 19th century colour engraving
NWI4868930 Champs Elysees at dusk near the Arc de Triomphe, Paris, years 1890. 19th century colour engraving; (add.info.: Champs Elysees at dusk near the Arc de Triomphe, Paris, years 1890)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): on a boulevard, car traffic and hippomobile

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): on a boulevard, car traffic and hippomobile, 1900 - advertisement: Mangeot Freres
LUX4786813 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): on a boulevard, car traffic and hippomobile, 1900 - advertisement: Mangeot Freres; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): on a boulevard

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Montmartre, 1865

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Montmartre, 1865
LUX4817828 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Montmartre, 1865; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Montmartre, 1865); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Porte Saint Martin in Paris with omnibus hippomobile

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Porte Saint Martin in Paris with omnibus hippomobile
LUX4817303 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Porte Saint Martin in Paris with omnibus hippomobile, 1865 - shops: shoe factory Maison Laurent, dance classes

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Circulation des grands boulevards, 1870

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Circulation des grands boulevards, 1870
LUX4817692 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Circulation des grands boulevards, 1870; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Circulation des grands boulevards, 1870); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: French woman walking on the Boulevard des Italians in Paris, 1890 (colour engraving)

French woman walking on the Boulevard des Italians in Paris, 1890 (colour engraving)
NWI4869519 French woman walking on the Boulevard des Italians in Paris, 1890 (colour engraving); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard des Italians, 1865

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard des Italians, 1865
LUX4702321 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard des Italians, 1865; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard des Italians, 1865); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Grand Boulevard with its circulation, 1865 - Giroux store

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Grand Boulevard with its circulation, 1865 - Giroux store, Pichot embroidery
LUX4818086 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Grand Boulevard with its circulation, 1865 - Giroux store, Pichot embroidery; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Saint Martin, porte Saint Martin

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Saint Martin, porte Saint Martin
LUX4817205 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Saint Martin, porte Saint Martin, 1865 - serie paris Nouveau n.c photographer in paris; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard de Strasbourg, 1860 - serie paris

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard de Strasbourg, 1860 - serie paris, instane b.k publisher paris
LUX4817137 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard de Strasbourg, 1860 - serie paris, instane b.k publisher paris; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard de Strasbourg

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): The theatre of the Porte Saint-Martin with Cyrano de Bergerac

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): The theatre of the Porte Saint-Martin with Cyrano de Bergerac, 1897 - s.i.p 18
LUX4817346 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): The theatre of the Porte Saint-Martin with Cyrano de Bergerac, 1897 - s.i.p 18; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: View of Boulevard Montmartre in Paris, 1910 (photo)

View of Boulevard Montmartre in Paris, 1910 (photo)
ELD4937425 View of Boulevard Montmartre in Paris, 1910 (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Boulevard Montmartre in Paris Postcard 1910 ca); Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard and theatre Saint Martin, 1865

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard and theatre Saint Martin, 1865
LUX4702016 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard and theatre Saint Martin, 1865; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard and theatre Saint Martin

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard de la madeleine et des capucines

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard de la madeleine et des capucines, 1860 - instant view of paris photo hj
LUX4817549 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard de la madeleine et des capucines, 1860 - instant view of paris photo hj; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Saint Martin, porte Saint Martin

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Saint Martin, porte Saint Martin
LUX4817241 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Boulevard Saint Martin, porte Saint Martin, 1865 - serie paris Nouveau n.c photographer in paris; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Traffic on the boulevard Saint Martin in Paris, c.1900 (b/w photo)

Traffic on the boulevard Saint Martin in Paris, c.1900 (b/w photo)
ELD4939059 Traffic on the boulevard Saint Martin in Paris, c.1900 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Traffic on the boulevard Saint Martin in Paris (Traffic on the grand boulevards)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Portrait of Jean Charles Adolphe Alphand (1817-1891), Collaborator of Baron Haussmann

Portrait of Jean Charles Adolphe Alphand (1817-1891), Collaborator of Baron Haussmann, Supervisor of public works
YOU4418448 Portrait of Jean Charles Adolphe Alphand (1817-1891), Collaborator of Baron Haussmann, Supervisor of public works, layout of green spaces in Paris

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Statue of Jean Charles Adolphe Alphand (1817-1891), Collaborator of Baron Haussmann

Statue of Jean Charles Adolphe Alphand (1817-1891), Collaborator of Baron Haussmann, Supervisor of public works
YOU4418349 Statue of Jean Charles Adolphe Alphand (1817-1891), Collaborator of Baron Haussmann, Supervisor of public works, layout of the green spaces of Paris

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Boulevard Montmartre, Paris. Lithography watercolour, illustration by E. de la Tramblaiz, in 'Album

Boulevard Montmartre, Paris. Lithography watercolour, illustration by E. de la Tramblaiz, in "Album
LSE4313209 Boulevard Montmartre, Paris. Lithography watercolour, illustration by E.de la Tramblaiz, in " Album, souvenirs de Paris", Daziaro editor, Paris, 1885

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: View of Paris taken from the Arc de Triomphe de l Etoile Painting by Auguste Cadolle (1782-1849)

View of Paris taken from the Arc de Triomphe de l Etoile Painting by Auguste Cadolle (1782-1849) 1843 Sun
JLJ4974487 View of Paris taken from the Arc de Triomphe de l Etoile Painting by Auguste Cadolle (1782-1849) 1843 Sun. 0, 48x0, 83 m Paris, Musee Carnavalet by Cadolle

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Boulevard des Italians, Paris. Lithography watercolour, illustration by E

Boulevard des Italians, Paris. Lithography watercolour, illustration by E
LSE4313212 Boulevard des Italians, Paris. Lithography watercolour, illustration by E.de la Tramblaiz, in " Album, souvenirs de Paris", Daziaro editor, Paris, 1885

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Boulevard des Italiens - in 'Paris en 1837'by Arnout

Boulevard des Italiens - in "Paris en 1837"by Arnout
LSE4081159 Boulevard des Italiens - in " Paris en 1837" by Arnout by Arnout, Louis Jules (1814-68); Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris, Paris

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Boulevard des italiens - in 'Paris en 1837'by Arnout

Boulevard des italiens - in "Paris en 1837"by Arnout
LSE4081138 Boulevard des italiens - in " Paris en 1837" by Arnout by Arnout, Louis Jules (1814-68); Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris, Paris

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Jean-Charles (Jean Charles) Alphand (1817-1891), engineer of Napoleon III

Jean-Charles (Jean Charles) Alphand (1817-1891), engineer of Napoleon III
LSE4429727 Jean-Charles (Jean Charles) Alphand (1817-1891), engineer of Napoleon III, took part in the renovation of Paris with Baron Haussmann from 1852 to 1870

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: View of the shops of 'Pygmalion'

View of the shops of "Pygmalion"
XEE4406742 View of the shops of " Pygmalion" rue de Rivoli and boulevard Sebastopol in Paris in 1872. by Unknown Artist

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Project of the facade of the new theatre of Vaudeville at the corner of Boulevard des

Project of the facade of the new theatre of Vaudeville at the corner of Boulevard des
XEE4405705 Project of the faAzade of the new theatre of Vaudeville at the corner of Boulevard des Capucines and Rue de la Chaussee-d Antin in Paris, based on the plans of Auguste Magne

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: The Boulevard des Capucines and the lower street of the rampart

The Boulevard des Capucines and the lower street of the rampart
JLJ4651159 The Boulevard des Capucines and the lower street of the rampart. Painting by Pierre Alexandre Pau de Saint Martin (19th century), 1820. Dim. 0, 49x0, 59 m

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: View of the Grands Boulevards in Paris Painting by Fausto Giusto (20th century)

View of the Grands Boulevards in Paris Painting by Fausto Giusto (20th century)
JLJ4645682 View of the Grands Boulevards in Paris Painting by Fausto Giusto (20th century). 1900 Private collection by Giusto

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: General view of the theatres of the temple boulevard before the piercing of Prince Eugene

General view of the theatres of the temple boulevard before the piercing of Prince Eugene
JLJ4608085 General view of the theatres of the temple boulevard before the piercing of Prince Eugene Boulevard, detail of L homme au fouet. Painting by Adolphe Potemont (1828-1883), 1862

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Paris Haussmann

Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Paris Haussmann
XEE4151227 Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Paris Haussmann: construction of the Hotel de la Paix and view of the location of the future Opera Garnier

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Paris Haussmann

Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Paris Haussmann
XEE4163200 Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Paris Haussmann: piercing the Boulevard du Prince Eugene (present-day Boulevard Voltaire)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Boulevard Saint-Denis and Boulevard Bonne-Nouvelle - Rue Saint-Denis - Rue de Clery

Boulevard Saint-Denis and Boulevard Bonne-Nouvelle - Rue Saint-Denis - Rue de Clery
XEE4146742 Boulevard Saint-Denis and Boulevard Bonne-Nouvelle - Rue Saint-Denis - Rue de Clery - Engraving in " Tableau-de-Paris" by Edmond Texier 1852 by French School

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Paris: rue de la Chaussee d Antin- Postcard, late 19th century

Paris: rue de la Chaussee d Antin- Postcard, late 19th century
LSE4100502 Paris: rue de la Chaussee d Antin- Postcard, late 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris: rue de la Chaussee d Antin- Postcard)

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Belle epoque: 'View of the Pavilion of Hanover

Belle epoque: "View of the Pavilion of Hanover
JLJ4676912 Belle epoque: " View of the Pavilion of Hanover and the Boulevard des Italians in Paris" Painting by Jean Francois Raffaelli (1850-1924) Start of the 20th century Sun

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Horsemen and couplers on the avenue du bois in Paris Au fond l arc de Triomphe

Horsemen and couplers on the avenue du bois in Paris Au fond l arc de Triomphe
JLJ4592153 Horsemen and couplers on the avenue du bois in Paris Au fond l arc de Triomphe. Painting by Georges Stein (active between 1890 and 1910) 20th century Sun

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Walk on a boulevard in Paris in 1819 watercolour by Joseph Louis Bellange (1800-1866

Walk on a boulevard in Paris in 1819 watercolour by Joseph Louis Bellange (1800-1866
JLJ4651227 Walk on a boulevard in Paris in 1819 watercolour by Joseph Louis Bellange (1800-1866) 1819 Paris, Musee Carnavalet by Bellange

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: General view of the theatres of the boulevard du temple before the piercing of

General view of the theatres of the boulevard du temple before the piercing of
JLJ4608080 General view of the theatres of the boulevard du temple before the piercing of the Boulevard Prince Eugene, detail of the Parisian Caleches in front of the Imperial Theatre

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Haussmann Paris

Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Haussmann Paris
JLJ4611320 Transformations of Paris under the Second Empire, Haussmann Paris. From left to right: La rue de la Paix, de la Madeleine, du Jockey-club, Entrree du Grand Hotel Boulevard des Capucines

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Grands boulevards et immeubles haussmaniens a Paris : Hotel de la Compagnie '

Grands boulevards et immeubles haussmaniens a Paris : Hotel de la Compagnie "
XEE4178536 Grands boulevards et immeubles haussmaniens a Paris : Hotel de la Compagnie " La New York" boulevard des Italiens. Gravure in " Le Monde Illustre", 1884

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Boulevard des Capucines (South Coast) - Rue de la Paix, place et colonne Vendome

Boulevard des Capucines (South Coast) - Rue de la Paix, place et colonne Vendome
XEE4146761 Boulevard des Capucines (South Coast) - Rue de la Paix, place et colonne Vendome - Engraving in " Tableau-de-Paris" by Edmond Texier 1852 by French School

Background imageLarge Boulevards Collection: Boulevard Montmartre cote sud et boulevard des Italians cote sud - Rue Vivienne - Maison

Boulevard Montmartre cote sud et boulevard des Italians cote sud - Rue Vivienne - Maison
XEE4146752 Boulevard Montmartre cote sud et boulevard des Italians cote sud - Rue Vivienne - Maison Frascati - Rue Richelieu - cafe Cardinal - Engraving in " Tableau-de-Paris" by Edmond




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"Capturing the Essence of Paris: The Magnificence of Large Boulevards" Step into the world of Jean Charles Adolphe Alphand, a visionary collaborator of Baron Haussmann and supervisor of public works in Paris. With his expertise, he meticulously designed the layout of green spaces that grace the city today. Alfred Roll's oil painting on canvas portrays this remarkable man, showcasing his contribution to shaping Paris. In honor of Alphand's significant role, a statue stands tall as a tribute to his achievements. As you stroll along Boulevard Montmartre, depicted in E. de la Tramblaiz's lithography watercolor from 1885, you can't help but be enchanted by its grandeur and historical significance. Auguste Cadolle's captivating painting captures an awe-inspiring view of Paris taken from the Arc de Triomphe de l'Etoile. This masterpiece transports us back to a time when they were just beginning to shape the cityscape. Another illustration by E. de la Tramblaiz showcases Boulevard des Italiens in all its glory during the Belle Époque era. This vibrant depiction takes us on a journey through time, allowing us to witness firsthand how these boulevards became iconic symbols of elegance and sophistication. Arnout's portrayal in "Paris en 1837" offers yet another glimpse into history as we explore Boulevard des Italiens once again. These images remind us that these boulevards have stood witness to countless stories throughout centuries. Jean-Charles Alphand was not only an engineer but also an integral part of Napoleon III's reign. His influence extended beyond infrastructure projects; it shaped entire neighborhoods and transformed urban landscapes forever. As we delve deeper into this enchanting world, we catch sight of "Pygmalion, " with its charming shops lining one side of these majestic boulevards.