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The High Tide in the Seine at Tancarville Point, opposite Quillebeuf, on the Night of the 9 March (engraving)
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The High Tide in the Seine at Tancarville Point, opposite Quillebeuf, on the Night of the 9 March (engraving)
1098653 The High Tide in the Seine at Tancarville Point, opposite Quillebeuf, on the Night of the 9 March (engraving) by Thorigny, Felix (1824-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The High Tide in the Seine at Tancarville Point, opposite Quillebeuf, on the Night of the 9 March. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 March 1860.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
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9 March High Tide Opposite River Seine Seine
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The High Tide in the Seine at Tancarville Point, opposite Quillebeuf, on the Night of the 9 March
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is a captivating engraving by Felix Thorigny that captures the dramatic power and beauty of nature. The image depicts a scene along the River Seine in France during a high tide on a dark night. The artist skillfully portrays the architectural structures lining the riverbank as they stand tall against the forceful waves. The lights from these buildings reflect off the water's surface, creating an ethereal glow that adds to the enchantment of this nocturnal scene. The composition showcases Tancarville Point and its counterpart, Quillebeuf, which face each other across the river. This juxtaposition emphasizes both their proximity and their stark differences in architecture and atmosphere. This print was originally featured in The Illustrated London News in 1860, providing readers with a glimpse into this extraordinary event. It serves as a reminder of nature's immense power and its ability to shape our surroundings. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork today, we are transported back to that fateful night when nature unleashed its might upon these serene French landscapes. It invites us to contemplate our own place within this vast world and reminds us of our connection to both land and water. Through Thorigny's skilled craftsmanship, "The High Tide in the Seine at Tancarville Point" immortalizes not only an awe-inspiring natural phenomenon but also captures a moment frozen in time for
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