Demolition of Houses on Pont Notre-Dame
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Demolition of Houses on Pont Notre-DameHubert Robert

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Hubert Robert’s painting depicts the 1786 demolition of houses on the Pont Notre-Dame, ordered by Count Chabrol to improve safety and aesthetics. This event marked a significant urban transformation in Paris under Louis XVI. The painting features the towers of Notre-Dame Cathedral in the background, symbolizing the city’s ongoing architectural evolution.