La Fontaine du square de l'Archevêché; Derrière Notre-Dame Possibly 1847 - 1965

"La Fontaine du square de l'Archevêché; Derrière Notre-Dame" is a 19th-century calotype by Hippolyte Bayard, a French pioneer of photography, depicting a fountain in front of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. The image showcases the intricate details of the fountain and the cathedral's architectural grandeur, a testament to Bayard's skill in capturing the beauty of his surroundings. This photograph, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, is a significant example of early photographic documentation, offering a glimpse into the Parisian cityscape of the 19th century.