Cour Napoléon met daaromheen de gebouwen van het Louvre en centraal het monument voor Léon Gambetta c. 1880 - 1890

This photograph, taken between 1880 and 1890, captures a panoramic view of the Cour Napoléon at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The image showcases the grand architecture of the museum, including its iconic wings and central courtyard. The photograph's perspective allows viewers to appreciate the scale and symmetry of the Louvre complex, while also highlighting the monument dedicated to Léon Gambetta, a prominent French politician, situated in the center. This photograph serves as a historical document of the Louvre's appearance during the late 19th century. The artist, identified only as "X phot.," captured the grandeur of this architectural landmark in a timeless black and white composition.