Gezicht op de Arco de Triunfo in Barcelona before 1890

This black and white photograph, taken before 1890, captures the Arc de Triomf in Barcelona by the photographers Hauser y Menet. The image shows the ornate triumphal arch, built in the 19th century for the Universal Exposition of 1888, against a backdrop of bustling city streets. The composition features a street scene with figures, horse-drawn carriages, and lampposts, showcasing the arch's prominent place within the urban landscape. This photograph serves as a valuable document of Barcelona's architecture and urban development during the late 19th century.