Arc de triomphe de l'Ètoile 1860s

This 1860s photograph by Edouard Baldus captures the Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile, a prominent Parisian landmark. Baldus, a pioneer of architectural photography, meticulously documented the monument's intricate details, highlighting the grandeur of its neoclassical design. The image, taken from a slightly elevated perspective, showcases the arc's imposing form and the surrounding cityscape, offering a glimpse into the bustling urban landscape of Paris.