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View of Pere-Lachaise Cemetery, early 19th century (litho) (b / w photo)
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View of Pere-Lachaise Cemetery, early 19th century (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT163489 View of Pere-Lachaise Cemetery, early 19th century (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22930838
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Arrondissement Burial Burial Site Coffin Grave Gravestone Graveyard Horse Drawn Carriage Labourers Mausoleum Sawing Tombstone Weeping Workshop Labourer Mourning
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This photograph captures a hauntingly beautiful view of the Pere-Lachaise Cemetery in early 19th century Paris. The image, printed as a lithograph, showcases the intricate details of this historic burial ground. In the foreground, we see a group of laborers diligently working amidst the tombstones and mausoleums. They are engaged in various tasks such as sawing marble and shaping gravestones with meticulous precision. A horse-drawn carriage stands nearby, perhaps waiting to transport mourners or materials. The atmosphere is somber yet serene, with an air of reverence permeating through the scene. The workers seem immersed in their craft while paying homage to those laid to rest here. Their presence reminds us that even in death, there is still work to be done - maintaining these sacred grounds for generations to come. As our gaze extends further into the distance, we are met with rows upon rows of graves stretching out towards the horizon. Each tombstone tells its own story - a testament to lives once lived and memories cherished. This print from Bridgeman Images allows us a glimpse into history; it transports us back in time when this cemetery was at its prime. It serves as a poignant reminder of our mortality and invites contemplation on life's fleeting nature. Displayed within Musee de la Ville de Paris' Musee Carnavalet collection, this mesmerizing image continues to captivate viewers today just as it did centuries ago when it was first captured by an unknown French
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