Gezicht op het Broodhuis aan de Grote Markt in Brussel 1874

Étienne Neurdein's 1874 stereoscopic photograph, "Gezicht op het Broodhuis aan de Grote Markt in Brussel," captures the bustling Grand Place in Brussels, Belgium. The image shows the iconic "Breadhouse," also known as the Maison du Roi, with the square filled with a crowd of people, providing a snapshot of life in the city during the late 19th century. The stereoscopic format, popular in the Victorian era, creates a three-dimensional effect, adding depth and realism to the scene. Neurdein, a noted photographer, specialized in documenting urban scenes, offering viewers a glimpse into the daily life of the time.