Eugène Atget

Eugène Atget was a French photographer active from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. He captured the streets, architecture, and people of Paris with his own unique perspective and poetic expression. His work is a valuable document of the transformation of the modern city, and is also highly regarded as photographic art.

Eugène Atget Biography

• Born February 12, 1857 in Libourne, France
• After working as an actor, he began his career as a photographer in the 1890s.
• Based in Paris, he photographs cityscapes, architecture, shops, artisans, parks, and more.
• Died in Paris on August 4, 1927 (aged 70)

Representative works

• "Paris Street Scenes" series
• "Paris Architecture" series
• "Paris Parks" series
• "Paris Tradespeople" series

Atget's style and achievements

Atget's works are characterized by a tranquil atmosphere and poetic expression. He often takes photographs in the early morning or at times when there are few people on the streets, and his works reflect a quiet side of Paris away from the hustle and bustle. He also carefully captures the details of architecture and cityscapes, and has left behind many works that give a sense of the city's history and culture.

Atget was one of the pioneers who showed that photography could be a means of artistic expression. His work had a major influence on later artists, such as the Surrealists and photographer Man Ray . His work also has historical value as a valuable document that records the transformation of the modern city of Paris .

Atget is a photographer who poetically captures the beauty and melancholy of Paris. His works have been loved by many people throughout the ages and are handed down as masterpieces of photography.