Details van de grote trap in het Duitse paviljoen tijdens de Wereldtentoonstelling te Parijs in 1900 before 1901

This photogravure by Lévy Fils et Cie captures details of the grand staircase in the German pavilion at the 1900 Paris Exposition. I can only imagine what it must have been like to stand in that space, surrounded by such ornate architectural detailing! I love how this photograph not only documents the architecture but also hints at the cultural and political aspirations of the time. It would be amazing to know the photographer's thought process. Were they thinking about the symbolism of the staircase, its connection to power, or the sheer craftsmanship involved? The textures and patterns within the photogravure are very eye-catching. The contrast between light and shadow really brings out the intricate carvings and sculptural elements. This reminds me of Piranesi's etchings of imaginary prisons, full of impossible architectural details. It's like artists through time have always been in conversation, exchanging ideas and pushing the boundaries of creativity. It makes you think about how we make sense of space, memory, and history through art.