Laying a Macadam road surface and compacting with a steam road roller, Paris street

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Laying a Macadam road surface and compacting with a steam road roller, Paris street

Laying a Macadam road surface and compacting with a steam road roller, Paris street. Workmen are wearing wooden shoes (sabots). Liebig trade card c1900. Chromolithograph

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C1900 Card Chromolithograph Civil Engineering Laying Liebig Paris Road Roller Shoes Steam Street Surface Trade Wearing Wooden Workmen Compacting Macadam Sabots

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This vintage print captures the process of laying a Macadam road surface in Paris during the early 1900s. In this bustling street scene, a group of dedicated workmen can be seen diligently carrying out their engineering duties while wearing traditional wooden shoes known as sabots. The Liebig trade card, beautifully reproduced through chromolithography, showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors that bring this historical moment to life. The central focus of the image is on a steam road roller compacting the freshly laid Macadam surface. Its powerful presence symbolizes progress and modernization in civil engineering practices at that time. Surrounding the roller, we witness men meticulously arranging and smoothing out each layer of stone to create a durable foundation for this new roadway. Parisian streets serve as an iconic backdrop for this snapshot from history, reminding us of France's rich architectural heritage. The image not only highlights technological advancements but also pays homage to the hardworking laborers who played an integral role in shaping urban landscapes. This remarkable print serves as both a visual testament to human ingenuity and an artistic representation of industrial development during the turn of the century. It offers viewers a glimpse into an era when innovation was transforming cities worldwide, forever changing how we navigate our surroundings.

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