Passage du Bourg l'Abbé
Built in 1828 by Auguste Lusson,
it ran between the Passage du Grand Cerf and Passage de l'Ancre.
Although the passage itself is only a shadow of its former grandeur,
it is in the process of renovation.
The passage opening seen here is the work of Henri Blondel
who was also the architect of Bourse de commerce.
The two figures (caryatids) flanking the entrance
were carved by Aimé Millet and are allegories of Industry and Commerce.
Passage du Bourg l'Abbé
3, rue de Palestro
75002, Paris
I hope the renovations do it justice Genie.
ReplyDeleteLes passages parisiens sont toujours un peu secrets, ils se méritent, il faut souvent les chercher...
ReplyDeleteGrand old entrance.
ReplyDeleteAvec une visite de classe et l'accompagnateur avec son sac à dos.
ReplyDeleteThis beautiful arch is prefect for a black and white photo - lovely
ReplyDeleteIn black and white the archway looks quite dated. Good choice.
ReplyDeleteEven reduced, it's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteInformation is very good and the image great , this is one of the best art classes I've enjoyed. Black and white says: "This beauty is for valuing, respecting and preserving". Thanks Genie, this a Grand Door to our day. d(:-D)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful entrance.
ReplyDeleteI love Paris's "passages." I have never really sought them out, so they are always such a treat to run into.
ReplyDeleteMan, no one designs and crafts passages like this any more.
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