Muziekkiosk bij het Monte Carlo Casino c. 1870 - 1900

"Muziekkiosk bij het Monte Carlo Casino" is a black and white photograph by Étienne Neurdein, a French photographer active in the late 19th century. The photograph depicts a ornate, octagonal bandstand with a domed roof and intricate wrought iron detailing, located near the famous Monte Carlo Casino in Monaco. The photograph captures the grandeur of the structure and the beauty of its surroundings, with palm trees and a view of the Mediterranean Sea. The photograph is likely a carte de visite, a popular format for photographic portraits and views in the 19th century, and its small size (210 mm x 273 mm) is typical of the format. This image offers a glimpse into the fashionable and luxurious world of Monte Carlo during the Belle Époque, as seen through the lens of Neurdein.