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Framed Print : Making the tunnel at Place de Roubaix for the Metro Station at the Gare du Nord, Ligne 5
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Making the tunnel at Place de Roubaix for the Metro Station at the Gare du Nord, Ligne 5
CHT274986 Making the tunnel at Place de Roubaix for the Metro Station at the Gare du Nord, Ligne 5, 7th May 1906 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris, Paris, France; (add.info.: Souterrain de la Ligne 5; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23379142
© Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
Build Builder Building Site Digging Tunnelling Underground
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Finder collection. This captivating image, CHT274986, showcases the making of the tunnel at Place de Roubaix for the Metro Station at the Gare du Nord, Ligne 5. Taken on 7th May 1906 by a French Photographer, this black and white photograph transports you back in time to the early days of Parisian metro construction. Add this historical piece to your home or office décor and let the story of Paris's metro system unfold before your eyes.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures a significant moment in the history of Paris. Taken on the 7th of May, 1906, it showcases the meticulous process of making a tunnel at Place de Roubaix for the Metro Station at Gare du Nord, specifically for Ligne 5. The image transports us to an underground world where builders and engineers are hard at work, diligently digging through layers of earth to create this vital transportation link. The sheer scale of this construction site is awe-inspiring as we witness their determination to connect different parts of the city. The photographer's skillful composition allows us to appreciate both the grandeur and intricacy involved in such an undertaking. Every detail is meticulously captured; from the focused expressions on workers' faces to their tools scattered around them. This photo serves as a testament to human ingenuity and collaboration. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we can't help but marvel at how far technology has come since then. It reminds us that progress is built upon countless hours of laborious effort by individuals who shape our cities and improve our lives. Preserved by Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris in France, this print offers a glimpse into an era long gone while honoring those who dedicated themselves to creating infrastructure that still stands today.
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