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Dame’s choir, was installed in 1994. Made of wood and covered with gold leaf, it remained wrapped in a protective cover as rope technicians began to dismantle the nearby scaffolding in late June 2024. When Notre Dame Cathedral burned on April 15, 2019, the world held its breath. Flames engulfed the centuries-old structure, toppling its iconic spire and leaving a gaping wound in the heart of Paris.
“When the fire happened, it felt like the hair on the back of every Parisian’s neck stood up,” recalled van Houtryve. “We had all taken for granted that Notre Dame was eternal. That night, it felt like a piece of our cultural soul was burning.”Leak Reveals Trump Crypto Bombshell As Bitcoin Suddenly Surges Toward $100,000 Price
One of the most moving moments for van Houtryve came early in the process. “Standing on a hydraulic crane above the gaping hole where the spire once stood was unforgettable,” he recounted. “It was like staring into the eye of a monster. But on my most recent visit, seeing that hole closed with vaulted ceilings — it felt like watching a wound heal.”The effort to restore Notre Dame is a delicate dance between honoring its medieval origins and integrating modern advancements.
“I basically threw every visual skill I’ve ever learned at this project,” he reflected. “From architectural photography to historic wet plate processing, it was all necessary to do the story justice.”For van Houtryve, the restoration of Notre Dame carries a universal message about the importance of preserving cultural and natural heritage. “Moments like the fire remind us how much these landmarks matter to us and how easily we take them for granted,” he said.
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