Gaspard-Félix Tournachon (5 April 1820 – 20 March 1910)
Félix Nadar was a French photographer, caricaturist, journalist, and balloonist who lived in the 19th century. He was one of the pioneers of portrait photography and is known for his iconic images of prominent figures from French society and culture, including artists, writers, politicians, and scientists.
Nadar began his career as a caricaturist, working for publications such as Le Charivari and La Lune. He later became interested in photography and opened his own photography studio in 1854. Over the next several decades, he produced thousands of portraits, many of which are now considered iconic images of their subjects.
In addition to his photography work, Nadar was also a pioneer in the field of aviation. He became interested in hot-air ballooning in the 1850s and made several daring ascents in a balloon of his own design. He also founded the first aviation school in the world, and his son Paul went on to become a prominent aviator in his own right.
Today, Félix Nadar is remembered as one of the most influential photographers of the 19th century, and his images are highly prized by collectors and art enthusiasts. His legacy also extends to the field of aviation, where he is celebrated as a pioneer and innovator.
