Around the turn of the 20th century, photographer Eugène Atget broke new artistic ground in his obsessive chronicling of Paris and its environs. Walking at dawn with his heavy camera, he captured the soul of the city by focusing on its old alleyways, picturesque shop fronts, architectural details, staircases, and street vendors. This focused exhibition features highlights from the Getty’s recent acquisition of his work, which continues to influence photographers today.
Eugène Atget
Highlights from the Mary & Dan Solomon Collection
August 1–November 5, 2023
Getty Center
1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90049
https://www.getty.edu
Boulevard de Strasbourg, 1912, Eugène Atget. Gelatin silver chloride print. Getty Museum
Rue du Chevalier de la Barre, 1923, Eugène Atget. Gelatin silver chloride print. Getty Museum
Saint-Cloud, June 1926, Eugène Atget. Gelatin silver chloride print. Getty Museum
Avenue des Gobelins, 1925, Eugène Atget. Gelatin silver chloride print. Getty Museum
Boulevard de Bonne-Nouvelle, 1926, Eugène Atget. Gelatin silver chloride print. Getty Museum, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon
Old College of Chanac, 12 rue de Bièvre, 1900, Eugène Atget. Albumen silver print. Getty Museum
