Tarascon, Viaduc 1855 - 1859

Edouard Baldus, a prominent French photographer, captured the grandeur of the "Tarascon, Viaduc" in this 1855-1859 photograph, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection. This photo showcases a monumental bridge over a river, emphasizing its intricate structure and the surrounding landscape. Baldus's masterful composition and meticulous attention to detail highlight the bridge's engineering marvel, making it a compelling testament to 19th-century architecture. This artwork is considered a prime example of early photographic documentation of infrastructure and its impact on the urban landscape.