Château de Martainville 1852 - 1854

Edmond Bacot's "Château de Martainville" is a striking example of calotype photography, capturing the architectural grandeur of the French castle. Created between 1852 and 1854, the photograph showcases the castle's intricate details, including its conical towers, stonework, and the surrounding landscape. The meticulous detail and sharp clarity of the image highlight Bacot's mastery of the calotype process, making this a quintessential example of 19th-century architectural photography.