Catacombes De Paris 1861

"Catacombes De Paris" is a photograph taken by Felix Nadar in 1861. It depicts a dimly lit hallway within the Parisian catacombs, a network of tunnels holding the skeletal remains of millions. Nadar, a pioneer of photography, used his skills to capture the eerie atmosphere of this subterranean labyrinth, highlighting the stark contrast between the light and the shadows. His work, often considered a form of photojournalism, shed light on this macabre but historically significant site.