Palais de l'Industrie 1850s - 1860s

Edouard Baldus’s “Palais de l’Industrie” (1850s-1860s) is a striking example of 19th-century architectural photography. Capturing the grandeur of the building, constructed for the 1855 Paris World’s Fair, Baldus highlights the intricate details of the facade, showcasing the grand archway and the surrounding ornamentation. This albumen print, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Baldus's mastery of the medium and his eye for capturing the beauty of Parisian architecture. The photograph is part of a series of Baldus’s work focusing on Parisian monuments and architecture, demonstrating the importance of these buildings as important symbols of the era.