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Opéra (Rostral Column)

c. 1875

Charles Marville

(French, 1813–1879)
Culture
France, 19th century
Medium
albumen print from wet collodion negative
Measurements
Image: 37.7 x 26.7 cm (14 13/16 x 10 1/2 in.); Mounted: 35.4 x 26.7 cm (13 15/16 x 10 1/2 in.); Matted: 71.1 x 55.9 cm (28 x 22 in.)
Credit Line
Purchase from the Karl B. Goldfield Trust 2006.6
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
Print
A vertically oriented albumen print depicts a tall rostral column centered in the foreground, featuring ornate lanterns and protruding metal ship prows. To the left, the decorated stone facade of the Opéra with sculptures and arched windows borders a stone balustrade. To the right, a wide street recedes past multi-story buildings with many windows and awnings. Cursive script at the bottom reads "Opéra (Colonne rostrale)."

Opéra (Rostral Column)

c. 1875

Charles Marville

(French, 1813–1879)
France, 19th century

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