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Exposición Universal Barcelona 1888
90.R.23
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Description
The album of collotypes documents the
Barcelona Exposition of 1888. Included are birds-eye views of the exposition grounds; the
greenhouse; the Hemicycle; the Maritime section; exteriors of individual pavilions; and
interior displays including those in the Palace of Fine Arts, the Hall of Agriculture and
the Palace of Industry.
Background
The Cuban-born photographer, Pau Audouard, moved to Barcelona in 1879 where he opened the
photography studio Audouard y cía. In 1888 he was appointed official photographer of the
Exposición Universal de Barcelona.
Extent
1.5 Linear Feet
(60 photographs in 1 album)
Restrictions
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Availability
Open for use by qualified researchers.