Versailles, Enlèvement de Proserpine par Pluton par Girardon, (detail) 1904

This 1904 photograph by Eugène Atget, titled "Versailles, Enlèvement de Proserpine par Pluton par Girardon, (detail)," is a black and white depiction of a detail from a sculpture by Jean-Baptiste Tuby. Atget, considered a pioneer of documentary photography, focused on capturing the everyday life of Paris and its surrounding areas. This image, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases his meticulous documentation of architectural details, capturing the intricate carvings of the "Enlèvement de Proserpine par Pluton" sculpture at the Palace of Versailles. Atget’s photography reveals the beauty of everyday objects and spaces, highlighting the historical and artistic significance of these forgotten details.