View of Paris from Tour St. Jacques c. 1865

A. Ferrier’s panoramic photograph, "View of Paris from Tour St. Jacques," is a striking example of 19th-century photography. Created around 1865, the image offers a bird's-eye view of the city, capturing the dense urban fabric of Paris from a high vantage point. The composition showcases the Tour St. Jacques, a medieval tower, standing prominently in the center of the image, with the rooftops of surrounding buildings extending towards the horizon. The photograph’s detailed depiction of Parisian architecture and urban life provides valuable historical insights into the city’s development and cityscape in the mid-19th century.