Place Saint-Sulpice Possibly 1842 - 1965

"Place Saint-Sulpice" is a calotype photograph by Hippolyte Bayard, a French pioneer of photography. The photograph, taken sometime between 1842 and 1865, depicts a fountain in the Place Saint-Sulpice in Paris. Bayard’s work is known for its sharp detail and evocative depiction of everyday life, as seen in this photograph of the fountain, positioned against the backdrop of the church of Saint-Sulpice. The photograph is a testament to Bayard’s skill in capturing the architectural grandeur of Paris while highlighting the intricate details of the fountain. This photograph is part of the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.