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Antique Framed Print : Les Halles, Paris. This famous French food market was moved to the suburbs in 1960s
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Les Halles, Paris. This famous French food market was moved to the suburbs in 1960s
Les Halles, Paris. This famous French food market was moved to the suburbs in 1960s. From Thiery Guide des Amateurs et des Etranger Voyageurs a Paris Paris 1786
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1786 1960s Famous Guide Market Moved Paris Suburbs Trade Amateurs Halles Voyageurs
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.5cm x 24.4cm (8.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the bustling streets of Les Halles, Paris in 1786. The image showcases the famous French food market that was once at the heart of culinary trade in France. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and an abundance of fresh produce, Les Halles was a haven for both locals and tourists seeking a taste of authentic French cuisine. However, as time went on, urbanization took its toll on this historic market. In the 1960s, Les Halles was relocated to the suburbs, marking a significant shift in Parisian culture. This move aimed to modernize the city's infrastructure but also sparked debates about preserving tradition amidst progress. Thiery Guide des Amateurs et des Etranger Voyageurs a Paris provides us with this remarkable snapshot frozen in time—a testament to an era when Les Halles thrived as a hub for gastronomic delights. The photograph captures not only the physicality of this iconic marketplace but also hints at the lively interactions between vendors and customers. Today, while no longer located within central Paris, Les Halles continues to be celebrated as part of France's rich culinary heritage. It serves as a reminder that even though places may change over time, their significance can endure through photographs like these—inviting us to reflect upon our past while appreciating how far we have come.
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