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Désiré Charnay (1828-1915) was a French photographer and archaeologist known for his extensive documentation of pre-Columbian Mesoamerican cultures, particularly in Mexico. His photographs captured the ruins of ancient cities, including those of the Maya civilization. Charnay’s images, often showcasing the grandeur of ancient structures against the backdrop of lush vegetation, have contributed significantly to our understanding of these ancient cultures, offering valuable insight into their architecture, art, and societal practices.
Born
1828
Died
1915
Exterieur van een Hollands huis te Batavia
Désiré Charnay
1878
Femmes Betsimisaraka, Madagascar
Désiré Charnay
1863
[Family Group]
Désiré Charnay
1863
Raharla, Minister to the Queen
Désiré Charnay
1863
Baobab à Mohéli
Désiré Charnay
1863
Les Femmes Malgaches (Plate 28)
Désiré Charnay
1863
Grand Latanier
Désiré Charnay
1863
Trois Femmes Malgaches (Plate 30)
Désiré Charnay
1863
Fougère arborescente
Désiré Charnay
1863
Second Palace at Mitla, Mexico.
Désiré Charnay
1860
Uxmal, Indian Bas Relief, Nun's Palace (Uxmal, Bas Rel...
Désiré Charnay
1860
Palais Du Cirque à Chichen-Itza, Intérieur d'une salle
Désiré Charnay
1859
La Prison, à Chichen-Itza
Désiré Charnay
1873