Curatorial Narrative The anonymous artist’s “Exposition universelle de Paris” (1900) occupies a unique position within the trajectory of architectural representation in art. Rendered without the aid of brushwork, this photographically derived image instead leverages the precision and fidelity of photographic documentation to capture the imposing presence of the 1900 Exposition Universelle’s pavilions. The artist’s decision to eschew traditional media in favor of a more mechanical process serves to underscore the objectivity and detachment that underpin the architectural gaze, lending an air of austere formalism to the overall effect. As “Exposition universelle de Paris” is scaled up to its intended dimensions of 63×44 inches, the initially subtle nuances of the palette become increasingly pronounced. The interplay between pastel hues, muted tones, and sepia undertones creates a complex spatial rhythm that oscillates between depth