View of the Tunisian Pavilion, Expo 67, Montréal, Québec

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People:

Unknown (photographer)
Haddad et Marmey, architectes (architectural firm)
André Blouin (associated architect)
May Cutler (archive creator)

Title:

View of the Tunisian Pavilion, Expo 67, Montréal, Québec

Date:

1967

Description:

"Le Pavillon de la Tunisie à l'Expo '67 / Le Pavillon de la Tunisie est de forme rectangulaire. Sa façade est blanche, ornée à la base de carreaux de faïence bleue. Les sections intérieures de ce bâtiment, se groupent autour d'un patio à colonnades, dont le sol est recouvert d'une mosaïque romaine authentique. L'artisanat, le tourisme, l'agriculture et l'industrie composent le thème de ce pavillon qui est aussi doté d'un restaurant où sont servis des mets tunisiens, ainsi que d'un café maure. / Tunisian Pavilion at Expo '67 / The white facade and blue porcelain tile flooring of the Tunisian pavilion are reminiscent of Tunisia's ancient Arab palaces. In this authentic setting craftsmen perform traditional trades, beating copper and making carpets by hand. A Moorish cafe and restaurant are also features of the pavilion."--Description.

Form:
photographs

Quantity / Object type:
1 photograph(s)

Technique and media:

Gelatin silver print

Dimensions:

sheet: 18 x 22,8 cm

Reference number:

ARCH256346

Physical characteristics and technical requirements:

- A description (typescript) is affixed to the photograph's verso.

Inscription:

uninscribed

Location:

Montréal Island of Montréal Québec Canada

Credit line:
Collection Centre Canadien d'Architecture/
Canadian Centre for Architecture, Montréal;
Don de May Cutler/
Gift of May Cutler

Folder Number:

CD047-02-5

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