Versailles, Enlèvement de Proserpine par Pluton 1904

Eugène Atget's 1904 photograph "Versailles, Enlèvement de Proserpine par Pluton" depicts a classical sculpture of the abduction of Persephone by Pluto, set against the backdrop of the colonnaded gardens of the Palace of Versailles. Atget, a pioneering photographer of early 20th century Paris, documented the city's architecture and everyday life, often focusing on the overlooked details and fading grandeur. This photo captures the statue's imposing presence and the play of light and shadow on its weathered surface, hinting at the passage of time and the enduring beauty of classical art.