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Agence Meurisse Art

French, 1909-1937
Meurisse Press Agency (Paris, 1909–1937) Founded by photographer Louis Meurisse, the Meurisse Agency stands as one of the most important early French press‑photography institutions. Meurisse first opened his studio in 1904 under the name Agence Rapid, located at 9 Faubourg‑Montmartre in Paris, at a moment when illustrated journalism was transforming the way news was consumed. By 1909, the enterprise was formally renamed the Meurisse Agency, quickly becoming known for its extensive and timely photographic coverage of political events, cultural life, crime reportage, and the evolving social landscape of Paris. Over the decades, the agency produced an extraordinary archive of more than 205,000 photographs, documenting the rhythms and ruptures of early 20th‑century France. In 1937, the agency merged with the Rol and Mondial Photo Presse agencies to form SAFARA (Service des Agences Françaises d'Actualités et de Reportages Associés), a consolidation that reflected the growing professionalization of photojournalism. Additional mergers followed—first with Monde et Caméra, then with Sciences‑Film in 1945—further expanding the scope of the archive. In 1961, the entire historical collection was acquired by the Bibliothèque Nationale de France, ensuring the long‑term preservation of this essential visual record of modern French history.
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Car Race in France, 1911, Silver Gelatin Black and White Photography, Framed
Car Race in France, 1911, Silver Gelatin Black and White Photography, Framed

Car Race in France, 1911, Silver Gelatin Black and White Photography, Framed

By Agence Meurisse

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An original silver gelatin black and white photograph by Agence Meurisse Photographer. Car race in Boulogne-sur-Mer, France, June 25, 1911. This is a rare photograph of the Peugeot ...

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1910s Art Deco Agence Meurisse Art

Materials

Silver Gelatin

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Agence Meurisse art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Agence Meurisse art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Agence Meurisse in silver gelatin print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the Art Deco style. Not every interior allows for large Agence Meurisse art, so small editions measuring 5 inches across are available. Agence Meurisse art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $260 and tops out at $380, while the average work can sell for $355.