Abel Briquet Collection

Avenida Juarez, Mexico City, Mexico, 1895. Creator: Abel Briquet
Avenida Juarez, Mexico City, Mexico, 1895. Carriages by the Alameda Central park. From " Round the World in Pictures and Photographs

Vistas Mexicanas Wimer Viaduct Nacional Railroad
Vistas Mexicanas. Wimer Viaduct, Nacional Railroad; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico Puebla Panoramic View Abel Briquet French
Mexico. Puebla, Panoramic View; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Puebla, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico Street Village San Juan State Abel Briquet
Mexico. Street of Village San Juan, State of Mexico; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); San Juan, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico Station Vera-Cruz Mexican Railroad Abel Briquet
Mexico. Station of Vera-Cruz, Mexican Railroad; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Veracruz, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico Metlac Viaduct Mexican Railroad Abel Briquet
Mexico. Metlac Viaduct, Mexican Railroad; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Veracruz, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico Panoramic View Valley El Laurel Abel Briquet
Mexico. Panoramic View of the Valley of El Laurel; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico. Apizaco Station Mexican Railroad Abel Briquet
Mexico. The Apizaco Station, Mexican Railroad; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Apizaco, Tlaxcala, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico Grove Chapultepec Abel Briquet French
Mexico. Grove of Chapultepec, Near of Mexico; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Mexico City, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Orizaba Panoramic View Abel Briquet French 1833
Orizaba. Panoramic View; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Orizaba, Veracruz, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Vistas Mexicanas Mexico Castillo de Chapultepec
Vistas Mexicanas. Mexico, Castillo de Chapultepec; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Mexico City, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Vistas Mexicanas Mexico Mercaderes Portal Abel Briquet
Vistas Mexicanas. Mexico, Mercaderes Portal; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Mexico City, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico Hernan Cortes Tree Abel Briquet French
Mexico. Hernan Cortes Tree Near Mexico; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Mexico City, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Vistas Mexicanas Mexico. Cathedral Abel Briquet
Vistas Mexicanas. Mexico. The Cathedral; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Mexico City, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Mexico Viaduct Infernal Ravine Mexican Railroad
Mexico. Viaduct in the Infernal Ravine, Mexican Railroad; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

Vistas Mexicanas Metlac Ravine Abel Briquet French
Vistas Mexicanas. Metlac Ravine; Abel Briquet (French, 1833 - ?); Veracruz, Mexico; 1860s - 1880s; Albumen silver print

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Abel Briquet, a renowned French artist, left an indelible mark on the landscape of Mexico with his breathtaking panoramic views and intricate illustrations. Born in 1833, Briquet's talent for capturing the essence of Mexican cities and landmarks was unparalleled. In 1895, Abel Briquet found himself on Avenida Juarez in Mexico City, where he meticulously crafted a masterpiece that showcased the vibrant energy of this bustling metropolis. The Viaduct Nacional Railroad stood tall against the backdrop of Vistas Mexicanas Wimer, showcasing Briquet's attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of a place. Moving beyond Mexico City, Abel Briquet ventured into other regions such as San Juan State Village. Here, he skillfully depicted the charm and simplicity of village life through his artistry. His work also extended to Vera-Cruz Station and Metlac Viaduct along the Mexican Railroad network - each stroke revealing his deep appreciation for architectural marvels. Briquet's passion for panoramas led him to explore El Laurel Valley from a unique perspective. Through his artwork, viewers were transported into this picturesque landscape filled with lush greenery and majestic mountains. The influence reached far beyond natural landscapes; he also captured urban scenes like Apizaco Station and Grove Chapultepec in stunning detail. These illustrations allowed people to experience these places as if they were standing right there themselves. One cannot overlook Orizaba Panoramic View - another testament to Abel Briquet's artistic prowess. With every brushstroke carefully placed, he immortalized this cityscape forevermore. His collaboration with Vistas Mexicanas brought forth captivating depictions such as Castillo de Chapultepec - an iconic symbol representing Mexico's rich history and cultural heritage. Additionally, Mercaderes Portal became alive under his skilled hand; its architecture came alive through lines that seemed almost tangible, not just an artist; he was a storyteller.