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France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: avenue Grammont, a tail in front of a food trade, 1917 - shops: Van Pee, dyeing shop of the avenue, butter and cheese RaassFrere, pharmacy store
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France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: avenue Grammont, a tail in front of a food trade, 1917 - shops: Van Pee, dyeing shop of the avenue, butter and cheese RaassFrere, pharmacy store
LUX4799430 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: avenue Grammont, a tail in front of a food trade, 1917 - shops: Van Pee, dyeing shop of the avenue, butter and cheese RaassFrere, pharmacy store; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: avenue Grammont, a tail in front of a food trade, 1917 - shops: Van Pee, dyeing shop of the avenue, butter and cheese RaassFrere, pharmacy store); Photo © Lux-in-Fine
Media ID 38474340
© Photo © Lux-in-Fine / Bridgeman Images
Case Center Dick Indre Et Loire (37) Pavement
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a bustling scene on avenue Grammont in Tours, France in 1917. The image showcases a long line of people waiting outside a food trade shop, with various other shops lining the street including Van Pee dyeing shop, butter and cheese store RaassFrere, and a pharmacy. The architecture of the buildings and the cobblestone pavement transport us back to early 20th century Europe.
The composition of the photograph perfectly encapsulates daily life in this French city during this time period. The presence of people going about their business adds depth and character to the scene, making it feel alive and vibrant. It's fascinating to see how commerce operated in this era, with each shop specializing in different goods or services.
The black-and-white aesthetic adds a timeless quality to the image, emphasizing the historical significance of this moment frozen in time. This photograph serves as a window into the past, allowing us to glimpse into what life was like over a century ago in Tours.
Overall, this print is not just an artistic representation but also a valuable historical document that sheds light on the culture and society of early 20th century France.
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