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[Construction Site], 1880s. Creator: Louis Lafon
[Construction Site], 1880s
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Beam Beams Builder Builders Building Site Construction Site Framework Industrial Revolution Iron Lafon Louis Scaffold Scaffolding Steel Urbanisation Albumen Silver Print
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Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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[Construction Site], 1880s - A Glimpse into the Industrial Revolution
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph, taken in the 1880s by Louis Lafon, offers a fascinating insight into the bustling construction sites of that era. The image showcases an intricate framework of iron beams and scaffolding, highlighting the remarkable progress made during the industrial revolution. The scene takes us back to a time when France was rapidly urbanizing and transforming its landscape. In this particular building site, workers can be seen diligently carrying out their tasks with precision and expertise. Their presence adds a human touch to this otherwise stark environment. Lafon's composition skillfully captures both the grandeur of architectural ambition and the gritty reality of manual labor. The contrast between light and shadow enhances our understanding of this momentous period in history. As we gaze upon this albumen silver print from glass negative, we are transported back to an age where metal structures were being erected as symbols of progress and modernity. This photograph is not merely a documentation of construction; it is a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Preserved within the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, Lafon's work reminds us how photography can serve as a powerful medium for preserving heritage art. It allows us to appreciate not only his technical prowess but also his ability to capture fleeting moments that would have otherwise been lost in time. Louis Lafon's contribution as both photographer and historian shines through in this evocative image—a true treasure that
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