Paris Exhibition - Palace of Electricity 1900
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Paris Exhibition - Palace of Electricity 1900
Completing the electric star which sumounts the Palace of Electricity. Date: 1900
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This breathtaking photograph captures the Palace of Electricity at the 1900 Exposition Universelle (World's Fair) in Paris, France. The Palace, a marvel of the late 19th century, was a showcase of the latest technological innovations, particularly in the field of electricity. The exterior of the building is adorned with intricate details and ornate decorations, reflecting the grandeur and opulence of the time. At the center of the Palace, the electric star is being completed. This magnificent structure, symbolizing the power of electricity, was meant to be the crowning glory of the Palace. The star was designed to be 27 meters (88 feet) tall and was made up of over 200,000 light bulbs. It was illuminated every night during the Exposition, casting a brilliant glow over the entire fairgrounds. The Palace of Electricity was a major attraction at the Exposition Universelle, drawing in thousands of visitors from all over the world. The building housed various electrical displays, including electric elevators, telephones, and even an electric car. The Palace represented the future, a future where electricity would become an integral part of daily life. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the time, a time when the world was on the brink of a technological revolution. It is a reminder of the wonder and excitement that came with the discovery and harnessing of electricity, and the impact it had on the world.
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