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Gilliatt struggles with the giant octopus, illustration from Les Travailleurs
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Gilliatt struggles with the giant octopus, illustration from Les Travailleurs
XIR170478 Gilliatt struggles with the giant octopus, illustration from Les Travailleurs de la Mer by Victor Hugo (1802-85) 1866 (litho) (b/w photo) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: the story of a fisherman being sent to rescue the engine from a newly invented steamship and his struggle with natural forces; translated as The Toilers of the Sea ; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12739184
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Attacked Cave Horror Knife Rocks Shipwreck Struggle Swimming Tentacles Suckers Watery
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in the epic struggle between Gilliatt, the brave fisherman, and a colossal octopus. Illustrated by Gustave Dore for Victor Hugo's renowned novel Les Travailleurs de la Mer, this image transports us into a world of adventure and danger. In this scene, Gilliatt finds himself locked in mortal combat with the giant creature of the deep. With its powerful tentacles wrapped tightly around him, he fights valiantly to free himself from its suffocating grip. The tension is palpable as Gilliatt wields his knife against the relentless onslaught of suckers that threaten to overpower him. Surrounded by treacherous rocks and engulfed in an eerie underwater cave, Gilliatt's face reveals both horror and determination. Every stroke of his swimming motion signifies his unwavering will to survive against all odds. This battle represents not only man versus nature but also embodies themes of fear, struggle, and resilience. The intensity captured within this print serves as a reminder of the indomitable spirit that resides within each one of us when faced with adversity. It symbolizes our innate ability to confront our fears head-on and fight for what we believe in. As we gaze upon this extraordinary artwork, we are transported into Gilliatt's world—a world where bravery meets chaos—and are left awestruck by the sheer magnitude of human courage amidst overwhelming forces beyond our control.
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