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Rue Royale and the Madeleine, Paris, with cars and a motorbus on the street, c1900
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Rue Royale and the Madeleine, Paris, with cars and a motorbus on the street, c1900
Rue Royale and la Madeleine, Paris, with cars and a motorbus on the street, c1900. Louis XV ordered the building of a church at the end of Rue Royale early in 1764, but the project was neglected until his successor, Louis XVI decided that the building be built on the model of the Pantheon. Construction halted during the French Revolution, but in 1806 Napoleon decided the building should be completed as a monument to the triumphs of his army. The building, constructed in the style of a Classical temple, was finished in 1814, but Napoleon had been forced to abdicate and Louis XVIII decreed that la Madeleine would, after all, be a church
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This print captures the bustling streets of Rue Royale and the iconic Madeleine church in Paris, circa 1900. The image showcases a snapshot of daily life during this era, with cars and a motorbus traversing the busy street as pedestrians go about their business. The history behind la Madeleine adds depth to this scene. Originally commissioned by Louis XV in 1764, construction on the church was delayed until Louis XVI decided to model it after the Pantheon. However, due to interruptions caused by the French Revolution, it wasn't completed until 1814 under Napoleon's decree. Despite its initial secular intentions, Louis XVIII later declared la Madeleine as a church. The architectural style of la Madeleine is reminiscent of a Classical temple, standing tall with grandeur amidst the surrounding cityscape. Its presence serves as a testament to both religious devotion and Napoleon's desire for monumental tributes to his army's victories. In this vibrant lithograph print, we witness not only transportation and traffic but also glimpses into everyday life in early 20th century Paris – cyclists pedaling along lanes filled with automobiles from that era. The colorized depiction brings an added vibrancy to this historical moment frozen in time. This photograph offers viewers an opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of French history while appreciating both its architectural wonders and evolving modes of transportation throughout centuries past.
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