Ponsonnet was hired as a junior architect tasked with rebuilding Notre Dame's roof, contributing to architectural studies and technical specifications for restoration.
With the cathedral still charred and open to the elements, she began sketching at night, capturing the fragility of Notre Dame during its reconstruction.
Her upcoming book will showcase nearly 50 drawings of the reconstruction process, merging architectural insight with the art of old-school drawing taught at her school.
France's chief architect of historic monuments fostered a friendly environment among workers, creating camaraderie despite the challenges of restoring such a historic site.
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