Hôtel de la Marine 1864 - 1870

"Hôtel de la Marine" is a photograph taken by Charles Marville between 1864 and 1870. It depicts a lamppost in front of the Hôtel de la Marine in Paris, France. The photograph captures the architectural detail of the building, with its ornate design and the cobblestone streets that surround it. Marville's work is often characterized by its precise composition and the use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The artist's use of the calotype process results in a distinctive soft focus, giving this image a timeless quality. This photograph is a valuable document of 19th-century Parisian life and urban landscapes.