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Henri Cartier-Bresson - View from the Towers of Notre Dame
Paris Photo Daily #80

Henri Cartier-Bresson | View from the Towers of Notre Dame | 1953
In this 1953 photograph by Henri Cartier-Bresson, we are offered a unique perspective from the towers of Notre Dame in Paris. Known for his pioneering work in street photography, Cartier-Bresson captures a group of children gazing out over the city, their cloaks adding a sense of drama and mystery to the scene.
Cartier-Bresson was a master of capturing the "decisive moment," and this image is an example of his ability to find beauty and narrative in everyday life. The composition draws the viewer's eye across the rooftops and the Seine, inviting us to share in the wonder and curiosity of the young observers.
This photograph showcases Paris's architectural beauty and reflects the innocence and exploration of childhood.
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