Ever wonder where barricades are stored, when not in use in controlling crowds at parades, protests, strikes, riots and sports events? On a walk Wednesday along the Seine, I found thousands of them, in a mile-long gated lot, surrounded by greenery.
More barricades on the opposite site of the giant lot.
This image was shot through a gap in the locked main entry door.
Interesting blockade shots. There are so many things being stored in hidden places that we know nothing about. It's a good thing to think about!
xox
Constance
Posted by: Rochambeau | 06 September 2009 at 15:02
amazing photography! just amazing!
xo
Posted by: christina | 04 September 2009 at 18:12
Interesting... I hadn't thought of where they stored blockades...I would have thought warehouse!
Posted by: pam aries | 04 September 2009 at 01:03
I really like the first photo in this series. Interesting perspective. I guess they have to be stored somewhere when not "doing" their job.
Posted by: Carla | 03 September 2009 at 16:35
That is the most interesting group of photos. How lifeless they seem when disassociated with people! And, what a juxtaposition of restraints set against a backdrop of nature. They are remind me of a process art installation. Like the terracotta Chinese soldier statues, the repetition is overwhelming. A mile long? Amazing! Thanks for the glimpse.
Posted by: Helen | 03 September 2009 at 13:56