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Greece, La Chania, Crete: View of the lighthouse, a day of stormy, 1906
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Greece, La Chania, Crete: View of the lighthouse, a day of stormy, 1906
LUX4765130 Greece, La Chania, Crete: View of the lighthouse, a day of stormy, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Crete: View of the lighthouse, a day of stormy, 1906); Photo © Lux-in-Fine
Media ID 38461062
© Photo © Lux-in-Fine / Bridgeman Images
Creta Crete Cretoises Hazy Krete Lighthouse Tempete Grece Greece Greek
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print captures the dramatic beauty of Greece, specifically La Chania in Crete, on a stormy day in 1906. The focal point of the image is the majestic lighthouse standing tall against the turbulent sky, symbolizing hope and guidance amidst chaos.
The dark clouds swirling above hint at an impending storm, while the choppy waters below suggest a sense of urgency and movement. Despite the looming threat of inclement weather, there is a certain serenity to be found in this scene - perhaps a reminder that even in times of turmoil, there is still beauty to be appreciated.
The presence of boats scattered around the harbor adds a touch of life and activity to the otherwise desolate landscape. These vessels serve as a reminder of human resilience and adaptability in the face of nature's wrath.
Overall, this photograph encapsulates both the power and vulnerability inherent in our relationship with the natural world. It serves as a timeless reminder that despite our best efforts to control our environment, we are ultimately at its mercy.
Through this image, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the raw energy and untamed beauty of La Chania during one fateful day over a century ago.
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