River Gardon Collection

Pont du Gard, ca. 1861. Creator: Edouard Baldus
Pont du Gard, ca. 1861

Nimes, Fontaine, ca. 1861. Creator: Edouard Baldus
Nimes, Fontaine, ca. 1861

Pont du Gard, Nimes, France, 1951. Creator: Shirley Markham
Pont du Gard, Nimes, France, 1951. Pont du Gard, Nimes, France, c AD 150, built to carry water across river to the town of Nimes, which was, in fact, some distance away from the aqueduct

Pont du Gard, 1951. Creator: Shirley Markham
Pont du Gard, Nimes, France, 1951. Pont du Gard, Nimes, France, c AD 150. The Roman aqueduct in the south of France over the River Gardon is the highest of all elevated Roman aqueducts

Pont du Gard, Provence, France, 1937. Artist: Martin Hurlimann
Pont du Gard, Provence, France, 1937. The Roman aqueduct near Nimes was built in c18 BC. No cement was used in its construction

Aqueduct of Nimes at the Pont du Gard, France, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I

Pont du Gard, Nimes, southern France, 19th century. This Roman aqueduct was built in c18 BC. No cement was used in its construction

France, Languedoc, Gard, View of Pont du Gard bridge with Gardon river (Large format sizes available)

Grandeur at le Pont du Gard
The Pont du Gard is an ancient Roman aqueduct that crosses the Gardon River in southern France. Located near the town of Vers-Pont-du-Gard, the bridge is part of the N'mes aqueduct

View of Pont du Gard over Gardon River against sky

Pont du Gard over Gardon River

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The majestic Pont du Gard stands tall, a testament to the engineering brilliance of ancient Rome. This remarkable aqueduct, built in the 1st century, spans across the picturesque Gardon river in southern France. Its grandeur has captivated artists and photographers throughout history. In 1861, Edouard Baldus immortalized this architectural marvel with his lens. His photographs of Pont du Gard and Nimes' enchanting Fontaine transport us back to a bygone era, where Roman ingenuity met natural beauty. Decades later, Shirley Markham continued this artistic tradition with her own captivating shots of Pont du Gard in 1951. Her images capture the timeless allure of this iconic landmark against the backdrop of Provence's stunning landscapes. Martin Hurlimann's artwork from 1937 further celebrates Pont du Gard's magnificence. His brushstrokes bring life to its arches as they gracefully span over the flowing waters below. The aqueduct's significance is not lost on historians either; CM Dixon documented it in an evocative photograph from 1886. The image showcases how this engineering feat seamlessly blends into its surroundings while serving as a vital water supply for Nimes. Today, visitors can still experience the awe-inspiring sight firsthand. Standing on its ancient stones offers a glimpse into history and allows one to appreciate how human innovation can harmonize with nature so effortlessly. As we gaze upon these various depictions spanning centuries, one thing remains constant - the view of Pont du Gard bridge majestically soaring above the tranquil waters of the Gardon river never fails to inspire wonder and admiration for both past achievements and enduring natural beauty.