Paris Oil Streetlight
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Paris Oil Streetlight
A Paris lamplighter prepares to light an oil lamp, which he has to fill every evening
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1825 Fill Lamp Lamplighter Lighting Prepares
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the historical scene of a Parisian lamplighter preparing to light an oil lamp on a bustling city street in the early 1800s. The lamplighter, dressed in a traditional blue smock and hat, is seen holding a bucket and a long pole with a metal hook at its end. The lamp, a tall, ornate structure with intricate designs, is located on the corner of the street, its glass chimney shrouded in darkness. The lamplighter's evening routine was a familiar sight in Parisian streets during the 19th century. Every evening, as the sun set and the streets grew dark, lamplighters like this one would make their rounds, lighting the oil lamps that lined the streets. The process was labor-intensive and required great care, as the lamplighters had to fill each lamp with oil and ensure that the wick was properly trimmed before lighting it. The use of oil lamps for street lighting dates back to the 17th century, but it wasn't until the 18th and 19th centuries that they became a common sight in European cities. The oil lamps provided much-needed illumination for the streets, making it safer for people to navigate their way home after dark. This photograph, taken in 1825, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era when the simple act of lighting a street lamp was a daily ritual performed by dedicated lamplighters like this one. The image is a reminder of the rich history and traditions that have shaped the city of Paris, and the important role that street lighting has played in shaping the urban landscape.
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