Voluptés de Paris

Voluptés de Paris is a book of photographs by Hungarian-born French artist Brassaï, published in 1935. The work, which means "Pleasures of Paris," gained Brassaï international fame.1

Brassaï is known for his dramatic photographs of Paris, particularly its nightlife. His early work focused on the Montparnasse district, capturing scenes of artists, streetwalkers, and petty criminals. This subject matter was considered scandalous at the time and was featured in his earlier book, Paris de nuit (1933).1

Brassaï's photographs often depicted static subjects but imbued them with a sense of human life. He also worked as a sculptor, painter, and journalist, and was associated with many prominent artists and writers of his time.1