Gezicht op het kasteel van Saint-Cloud na de brand door de Commune van Parijs before 1875

This photograph, titled "Gezicht op het kasteel van Saint-Cloud na de brand door de Commune van Parijs," depicts the Château de Saint-Cloud in ruins after it was burned down during the Paris Commune of 1871. Taken sometime before 1875, this image serves as a poignant reminder of the turbulent period in French history. The photograph captures the desolate state of the once-grand castle, showcasing its charred facade and shattered windows. The starkness of the scene evokes a sense of loss and destruction, offering a glimpse into the aftermath of a pivotal event in French history.