Photo : Place de la Concorde, début du XXe, anonyme, collections pédagogiques D3P, DAC
The City of Paris presents at the Paris Photo 2026 fair!
The City of Paris, represented by the Department for the Preservation of Photographic Heritage (D3P), has a stand at the Paris Photo international fair for the sixth consecutive year. This year, on the occasion of the bicentenary celebration of the invention of photography, the subject of photographic alterations has been chosen.
Grand Palais (Paris 8th)
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On the occasion of the bicentenary celebration of the invention of photography, the City of Paris has chosen to address the theme of alterations this year, to highlight the fragility of the medium and its constituent materials, but also its remarkable longevity when well preserved.
The public will be able to discover photographs belonging to the didactic collection of the Department for the Preservation of Photographic Heritage of the City of Paris as well as the Historical Library of the City of Paris (BhVP) and the Contemporary Art Fund - Paris collections to illustrate different types of common alterations, specific to ancient processes such as daguerreotypes or ambrotypes, up to contemporary photographs.
The City of Paris will also pay tribute to all the professionals who have been working for fifty years to safeguard photographic heritage and who will be honored during the international symposium "The Time of Proofs", co-organized by the City of Paris from November 9 to 11.
Access to the Paris Photo 2025 fair at the Grand Palais: fee required.
Reservation recommended.
Our take on this event
Two centuries of photography take center stage in an exhibition that highlights both the splendor and the vulnerability of the medium. Come discover how experts preserve these historical treasures, from early daguerreotypes to the most modern artistic prints.
Paris Photo 2026 arrives at the Grand Palais from 12:00 to 15:00 November 2026, marking the bicentenary of the invention of photography. Hosted by the City of Paris, this edition focuses on the theme of alterations, highlighting the delicate balance between the fragility of photographic materials and their long-term preservation. From early daguerreotypes to contemporary works, the exhibition offers a deep dive into the evolution of the medium. Access is subject to an entrance fee and booking is highly recommended. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users, with specific facilities for the deaf, hard of hearing, and visually impaired.
The City of Paris presents an exhibition at the Grand Palais for Paris Photo 2026 to commemorate two centuries of photography. The showcase centers on the concept of 'alterations', examining the vulnerability of photographic media and the remarkable endurance of well-preserved works. Exhibits are drawn from the City of Paris's Department for the Preservation of Photographic Heritage, the Historical Library of the City of Paris (BhVP), and the Paris Contemporary Art Fund.
Visitors can observe how common forms of decay affect various processes, spanning from historical techniques like daguerreotypes and ambrotypes to modern-day photography. The event also honors the professionals who have dedicated the last fifty years to conserving this artistic heritage, following the international symposium 'Le temps des épreuves'.
Plan your visit between November 12 and November 15, 2026. Entry requires a paid ticket and advance booking is recommended. The Grand Palais ensures inclusivity with full wheelchair access and specialized support for deaf, hard of hearing, and visually impaired attendees, including sign language provision.
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