Fotografische reproductie van decoratie aan plafond, Hotel de Ville, Parijs 1852 - 1853

"Fotografische reproductie van decoratie aan plafond, Hotel de Ville, Parijs," is a photographic reproduction of a ceiling decoration by Gustave Le Gray. This artwork depicts a scene of a man wrestling with a lion, surrounded by other figures, all within a triangular frame. Le Gray, a pioneer of photography, captured the intricacies of the ceiling design with a keen eye for detail, showcasing the beauty and artistry of this architectural element. The work highlights Le Gray's contribution to documenting historical architecture through the medium of photography. This photograph provides a visual record of the ceiling decoration of the Hotel de Ville, Paris, which was commissioned in the mid-19th century.