Allumeur de réverbères, place de la Concorde 1933

"Allumeur de réverbères, place de la Concorde" (1933) by Hungarian-French photographer Brassaï captures a street lamplighter at work in the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France. This iconic photo is a prime example of Brassaï’s unique and captivating style of street photography, a style that he called "The Secret Paris of the 30s." The image depicts a Parisian street scene at night, highlighting the city's beauty and atmosphere through its use of light and shadow. The lone figure of the lamplighter adds a sense of mystery and intrigue to the photograph, while the backdrop of the Place de la Concorde and its iconic obelisk provide a sense of grandeur and scale. The photo showcases Brassaï's ability to capture the poetic beauty of everyday life, making it a timeless and enduring piece of photographic art.