Bistro flowers, Paris 1971

Bistro flowers, Paris 1971


In 1951, photographer Robert Doisneau captured a vibrant moment at Club Saint-Germain in Paris, showcasing Claude Mocquery and James Campbell dancing. The image, set in the heart of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, epitomizes the post-war Parisian jazz scene, where intellectuals, artists, and musicians gathered in lively cafés and clubs. Doisneau, known for his humanist photography, skillfully framed this dance, capturing not just the motion but the spirit of the time—a blend of music, culture, and the joie de vivre that defined Paris in the 1950s. The photograph remains a timeless representation of the city’s creative energy during that era.


L’enfant et la colombe dans l’escalier. 1964. Robert Doisneau

Liberation of Paris, August 1944

CHAQUE JOUR UNE NOUVELLE PHOTO DE ROBERT DOISNEAU [1959]
Le repas des travailleurs de la chaussée
Champs Elysées