Montagnes Collection
"Montagnes: A Journey Through Time and Space" Step back in time to the Grenoble 1925 Exposition Internationale
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"Montagnes: A Journey Through Time and Space" Step back in time to the Grenoble 1925 Exposition Internationale, where towering montagnes captivated visitors with their majestic presence. The Russian Mountains, known as Les Montagnes Russes, took center stage, evoking a sense of thrill and adventure reminiscent of Paris in 1812. In the bustling streets of Paris, fashionable women mingled with speculators or agioteurs against the backdrop of roller coasters at Belleville and Barriere du Roule. These exhilarating rides became more than just attractions; they transformed into masquerade parties that blurred reality and fantasy. Amidst this whirlwind of excitement, comic actor Charles Potier embodied Lantimeche's mischievous spirit on the roller coaster stage. Laughter echoed through the air as he brought joy to all who watched. Beyond amusement parks and entertainment lies another side to montagnes - a world steeped in nature's beauty. Picture yourself amidst the tranquil landscapes surrounding Lac de Brienz in Oberland Bernois. Here, a cheese maker crafts his creations while gazing upon breathtaking mountainscapes. Traveling further south brings us to Cros de Cagnes by the sea - an artist's muse captured on canvas around 1910. The merging colors depict harmonious coexistence between land and water, where mountains meet waves under an azure sky. Venturing into unknown territories takes us high above ground level with M. A Tissandier's aerial landscape drawing: "Paysage aerien: montagnes de nuages. " This intricate engraving unveils clouds shaped like mountains floating effortlessly across vast skies – a testament to nature's boundless creativity. Yet not all mountainous journeys are serene; some carry tales of conflict etched deep within history. Witness Junot's troops navigating treacherous terrains in Northern Spain through powerful engravings.