Égouts De Paris 1861

felixnadar

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"Égouts De Paris" is a photo by Felix Nadar from 1861, showcasing the stark, yet fascinating, reality of the Parisian sewer system. This early example of photojournalism utilizes the stark lighting and perspective of the underground tunnel to capture the raw beauty of engineering and construction. Nadar, a pioneer in aerial photography and portraiture, brought his artistic sensibility to the documentation of this essential infrastructure, highlighting the utilitarian aspects of the sewers.