This rare color photograph, taken by Léon Gimpel in 1914, captures the iconic Porte Saint-Denis in Paris. Utilizing the Autochrome Lumière technique, invented by the Lumière brothers, this image offers a vibrant glimpse into a time when most photography was limited to black and white. The serene, early morning scene highlights this historic Parisian location's architectural grandeur and quiet charm.

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