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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Quai (de port); Wharf; Werft (engraving)
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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Quai (de port); Wharf; Werft (engraving)
7197297 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Quai (de port); Wharf; Werft (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quai (de port); Wharf; Werft. Illustration for Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands, by Armand Le Brun et al (Furne, Jouvet, c 1873).); © Look and Learn
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Dock Habor Harbour Place Harbour Wall Mooring Moorings Pier Pontoons Wharf Dictionaries General Knowledge Illustrated Dictionary Knowing Ordinary Words Vocabulary
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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Quai (de port); Wharf; Werft (engraving) captures the essence of 19th-century European knowledge and language. This black and white illustration, created by the European School, is a part of a private collection that showcases the importance of vocabulary in everyday life. The engraving was originally featured in 'Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands' by Armand Le Brun et al. , published around 1873. It beautifully depicts a bustling quai (port), wharf, and werft (shipyard), offering an insightful glimpse into maritime activities during this era. With its intricate details and precise lines, this artwork serves as both an educational tool and a work of art. The visual representation helps readers understand ordinary words in French, English, and German languages. It reflects the desire for cross-cultural understanding prevalent at that time. This print not only transports us to historical Europe but also highlights the significance of dictionaries and textbooks as sources of general knowledge. The docks depicted in the illustration symbolize trade connections between nations while emphasizing their reliance on harbors for economic growth. As we admire this piece from Fine Art Finder's Bridgeman Images collection, we are reminded of how language unites people across borders. It stands as a testament to human curiosity and our endless pursuit of expanding our vocabularies.
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