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Brest, France (engraving)
8677096 Brest, France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brest, Brittany, France. Illustration from The Illustrated News of the World, 17 September 1859.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38213536
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Atlantic Atlantic Ocean Atlanticocean Boat Dock Coast Line Dock Harbor Area Harbour Area Harbours Harbourside Pier Pontoons Quay Quayside Seawater Shorelines Walls Wharf
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This stunning engraving captures the bustling port city of Brest, France in the 19th century. The intricate details of the boats docked along the pier, the historic buildings lining the coast, and the busy harbor area all come to life in this print.
The artist has expertly depicted the means of conveyance and transportation that were essential to daily life in Brest during this time period. The boats bobbing in the water and the docks bustling with activity give us a glimpse into a bygone era when maritime trade was at its peak.
The coastal setting adds to the charm of this scene, with its picturesque shoreline stretching out into the distance. The quayside and pontoons are teeming with life, as sailors go about their business and goods are loaded onto waiting ships.
This engraving is not just a beautiful work of art; it is also a valuable historical document that offers insight into what life was like in Brest over a century ago. It serves as a reminder of how important ports like Brest were for connecting people and goods across Europe.
Overall, this print is a captivating snapshot of 19th-century France that will transport you back in time to an era when seafaring was king.
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