Auguste Rosalie Bisson Collection

[The Ascent of Mont Blanc], 1861. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson
[The Ascent of Mont Blanc], 1861

Ascent of Mont Blanc: M. Bisson's photographic expedition... 1862. Creator: Mason Jackson
Ascent of Mont Blanc: M. Bisson's photographic expedition leaving the station of the Grands Mulets, 1862. Engraving from a photograph by Auguste-Rosalie Bisson

Forum Romanum, Rome, 1854 / 57. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Forum Romanum, Rome, 1854/57. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Savoie 46, Mont-Blanc, Vu de Mont-Joli, 1855 / 67. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson
Savoie 46, Mont-Blanc, Vu de Mont-Joli, 1855/67. [Mont Blanc from Mont Joly, Savoy, France]. Albumen print

Savoie 48. Aiguille et glacier d Argentieres (Savoy 48. The Needle and the Argentieres Glacier), c. 1861. [French Alps]. Albumen print

Savoie 49, Cabane des Grands-Mulets, c. 1861. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson
Savoie 49, Cabane des Grands-Mulets, c. 1861. [Grands Mulets Hut, a mountain refuge in the Mont Blanc massif, French Alps]. Albumen print

Savoie 41, Tunnel de la Tete Noire, 1855 / 67. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson
Savoie 41, Tunnel de la Tete Noire, 1855/67. [Tunnel in the French Alps]. Albumen print

Savoie 47, Le Buet et les Rochers de Fis, 1856 / 63. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson
Savoie 47, Le Buet et les Rochers de Fis, 1856/63. [Mont Buet in the Chablais Alps]. Albumen print

Untitled, 1854 / 57, printed 1858 / 63. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Untitled, 1854/57, printed 1858/63. [The bronze gate, made by Antonio Gai c1733, of the Loggetta del Sansovino at the base of the bell tower in Saint Marks Square, Venice

Untitled, 1854 / 57, printed 1855. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Untitled, 1854/57, printed 1855. [Detail of stone carving]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Untitled [Rome], 1854 / 56, printed 1856 / 63. Creators: Bisson Freres
Untitled [Rome], 1854/56, printed 1856/63. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

The Portal of Saint Ursinus at Bourges, rue du Vieux Poirier, 1854, printed 1854. [Romanesque porch relief at the Church of St Ursin de Bourges]. Albumen print

Rouen Cathedral, 1858. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Rouen Cathedral, 1858. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Portrait of Lesecq, Strasbourg, 1854, printed 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Portrait of Lesecq, Strasbourg, 1854, printed 1854. [Man in top hat outside Strasbourg Cathedral]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d

Notre Dame de Poitiers (Vienne), West Facade, 1854 / 55, printed 1858 / 63
Notre Dame de Poitiers (Vienne), West Facade, 1854/55, printed 1858/63. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chartres Cathedral, West Facade, 1854, printed 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Chartres Cathedral, West Facade, 1854, printed 1854. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chartres Cathedral, South Transept; Central Portal, 1854 / 63
Chartres Cathedral, South Transept; Central Portal, 1854/63. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chartres Cathedral, South Transept, Central and Side Portals, 1854 / 57
Chartres Cathedral, South Transept, Central and Side Portals, 1854/57. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chapelle du St. Sang aBruges, 1854 / 55. Creators: Bisson Freres
Chapelle du St. Sang a Bruges, 1854/55. Basilica of the Holy Blood in Bruges. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de

Arch of Constantine, Rome, 1854 / 55, printed c. 1863. Creators: Bisson Freres
Arch of Constantine, Rome, 1854/55, printed c. 1863. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Amiens Cathedral, West Facade, Central Portal, 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Amiens Cathedral, West Facade, Central Portal, 1854. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Bibliotheque Imperial du Louvre, Paris, 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Bibliotheque Imperial du Louvre, Paris, 1854. [Imperial Library of the Louvre in Paris]. Albumen print, from the album " Le Napoleonium, Monographie du Louvre et des Tuileries Reunis" (1856)

Arc de Septime Severe, Rome, 1854 / 55, printed 1855 / 65
Arc de Septime Severe, Rome, 1854/55, printed 1855/65. [Arch of Septimus Severus, Rome]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de

Untitled, 1854 / 55, printed 1855. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Untitled, 1854/55, printed 1855. [Church exterior]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Saint Maclou de Rouen, 1854 / 55, printed 1855. Creators: Bisson Freres
Saint Maclou de Rouen, 1854/55, printed 1855. [Church of Saint-Maclou, Rouen]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de

Rathaus, Bruges, Holland, 1854 / 55, printed 1855. Creators: Bisson Freres
Rathaus, Bruges, Holland, 1854/55, printed 1855. [Belfry of Bruges, Belgium]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de

Cologne Cathedral, South Transept, 1854, printed 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Cologne Cathedral, South Transept, 1854, printed 1854. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chartres Cathedral West Facade; Royal Portal, Central Bay, 1854 / 63
Chartres Cathedral West Facade; Royal Portal, Central Bay, 1854/63. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

[Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine, Rome], ca. 1861. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson
[Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine, Rome], ca. 1861

Ypres, Belgium, c. 1855-1862. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson (French, 1826-1900)
Ypres, Belgium, c. 1855-1862

Mount Maudit, Savoy, 1860. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson (French, 1826-1900)
Mount Maudit, Savoy, 1860

Rouen Palais de Justice Auguste-Rosalie Bisson
Rouen, Palais de Justice; Auguste-Rosalie Bisson (French, 1826 - 1900); Rouen, France; about 1856 - 1860; Albumen silver print

Rouen Cathedral Auguste-Rosalie Bisson French
Rouen Cathedral; Auguste-Rosalie Bisson (French, 1826 - 1900); Rouen, France; about 1857 - 1858; Albumen silver print

Vallee de Chamonix Mer de Glace et aiguilles
Vallee de Chamonix, Mer de Glace et aiguilles de Charmoz; Auguste-Rosalie Bisson (French, 1826 - 1900), Bisson Freres (French, active 1840 - 1864); Chamonix Valley, Alpes

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Auguste-Rosalie Bisson, a renowned photographer of the 19th century, captured breathtaking moments in history through his lens. His work ranged from landscapes to architectural wonders, showcasing his exceptional talent and artistic vision. In 1861, Bisson embarked on an extraordinary journey with "The Ascent of Mont Blanc. " This iconic photograph immortalized the awe-inspiring beauty of the mountain peak as seen from its summit. It serves as a testament to Bisson's courage and determination to capture nature's grandeur. Bisson Freres, alongside Louis-Auguste Bisson, collaborated on several projects that left an indelible mark on photography. One such masterpiece is their depiction of the Forum Romanum in Rome during 1854-57. The image transports viewers back in time, revealing the ancient ruins' majesty and historical significance. "Savoie 46" presents Mont-Blanc viewed from Mont-Joli in all its glory. Through this photograph taken between 1855-67 by Auguste-Rosalie Bisson himself, we witness the sheer magnitude and serenity of this majestic mountain range. The striking "Savoie 48" captures Aiguille et glacier d'Argentieres (Savoy) with remarkable precision and detail. This photograph showcases both natural beauty and human vulnerability against nature's might. Another gem by Auguste-Rosalie Bisson is "Savoie 49, " which portrays Cabane des Grands-Mulets around 1861. The image offers a glimpse into mountaineering culture while highlighting man's quest for conquering new heights amidst treacherous conditions. "Tunnel de la Tete Noire" (1855/67) takes us deep into Savoie's rugged terrain—a testament to both human engineering prowess and nature's formidable obstacles—captured brilliantly by Auguste-Rosalie Bisson.