Straatgezicht in Saint-Hippolyte, vermoedelijk in de Auvergne 1904

This small photograph, a ‘Straatgezicht in Saint-Hippolyte’, offers a glimpse into a street in the Auvergne by an artist named Delizy. The sepia tones create a scene that feels both distant and intimate. What strikes me is the texture, the way the light catches the rough stone walls and the uneven street. You can almost feel the grit under your feet, the cool shadows of the buildings looming above. It's like stepping back in time, where the world moves at a slower pace, and every detail is etched in stone and light. Look at the balcony jutting out over the street. The way the light falls on the wooden beams, it gives a depth to the image. It's more than just a record; it's a feeling, a moment captured in time. The way Delizy has composed this image reminds me of some of the early street photography by Eugène Atget, capturing the quiet beauty of everyday life. It's a reminder that art can be found in the most unexpected places, in the simplest of moments.