Paris Opera House Stereoview Hautecoeur Martinet 1870s Palais Garnier France For Sale

Discover a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century Parisian grandeur with this antique stereoview card, capturing the iconic Paris Opera House, known as Palais Garnier. This stereograph, published by A. Hautecoeur, 172, Rue de Rivoli, Paris, also bears the mark \"ANCIENNE MAISON MARTINET\" (Old Martinet House), indicating its lineage from a notable early photographic establishment. The detailed albumen prints offer a stunning 3D perspective of the magnificent architectural masterpiece, showcasing its intricate facade and the bustling street scene below, complete with horse-drawn carriages.This stereoview is a superb example of a historical stereocard, providing an immersive experience of the French capital during the 1870s. The yellow cardboard mount and the photographic technique are characteristic of the era, making it a valuable piece for collectors of vintage stereoviews, historical Parisian imagery, and architectural photography. The back of the card features a handwritten inscription \"Nouvel Opéra\", further confirming the subject as the New Opera House, completed in 1875. This stereograph serves as a beautiful historical document, perfect for display or for use with a vintage stereoscope viewer.Verified Specifications:
Item Type: Stereoview Card
Publisher/Manufacturer: A. Hautecoeur / Ancienne Maison Martinet
Subject Matter: Architecture, Cityscape, Historic Building, Opera House, Street Scene, Daily Life
View Title & Number: Paris Opera House (Palais Garnier), Nouvel Opéra
Format/Mount Type: Yellow Cardboard Mount
Materials: Cardboard mount, Albumen print
City/State/Province/Country: Paris, France
Logos/Graphics: \"A. HAUTECOEUR, 172, Rue de Rivoli, PARIS.\" (vertical text on left border), \"ANCIENNE MAISON MARTINET\" (vertical text on right border)
Identifiers: Handwritten \"Nouvel Opéra\" on reverse
Dimensions: 3.5 inches (approx.) x 7 inches (approx.)