What pseudonym did Gaspard-Félix Tournachon use professionally?
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Nadar
Answer
Nadar is the pseudonym of Gaspard-Félix Tournachon (1820-1910), a French photographer who is regarded as one of the pioneers of photography. He is best known for his portraits of famous people of his time, including writers, artists, and scientists. Nadar also produced photographs of landscapes, cityscapes, and architecture. He is credited with being the first person to take a photograph from a hot air balloon.
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