Interieur van de Bibliothèque du conservatoire des arts et métiers c. 1850 - 1875

"Interieur van de Bibliothèque du conservatoire des arts et métiers" is a lithograph by Charles-Claude Bachelier, dating from 1850-1875. The work depicts the interior of the library of the Conservatoire des Arts et Métiers, a museum of science and technology in Paris. The image captures the grandeur of the space, with its high vaulted ceilings and large arched windows. The library is filled with people, including scholars, students, and librarians, who are seen reading, writing, and researching. The detailed depiction of the space and its inhabitants reflects the importance of knowledge and scholarship during the 19th century.