Fine Art Print : Avignon (Flood of 1856) (Avignon [Inondation de 1856]), 1856. Creator: Edouard Baldus

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Avignon (Flood of 1856) (Avignon [Inondation de 1856]), 1856. Creator: Edouard Baldus

Avignon (Flood of 1856) (Avignon [Inondation de 1856]), 1856. Countryside under water in southern France]. Salted paper print

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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Experience the power and beauty of nature in this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the historic flood of Avignon, France, in 1856 as captured by renowned photographer Edouard Baldus. This exquisite salted paper print, "Avignon (Flood of 1856) (Avignon [Inondation de 1856])" showcases the countryside submerged in water, a poignant reminder of the forces of nature. Bring this timeless masterpiece into your home and add an element of history and artistry to your decor.

21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.

Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")

Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

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Avignon (Flood of 1856) - A Glimpse into the Devastating Power of Nature

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. This photograph, titled "Avignon (Flood of 1856)" by Edouard Baldus, takes us back to a moment in history when nature's fury unleashed chaos upon the tranquil countryside of southern France. The image showcases the aftermath of a catastrophic flood that engulfed Avignon in 1856. As we gaze at this salted paper print, our eyes are drawn to the vast expanse of water that stretches as far as the eye can see. Once picturesque fields and charming rural homes have been transformed into an eerie landscape submerged beneath murky waters. The trees stand tall amidst this watery abyss, their branches reaching out like desperate pleas for salvation. Baldus' masterful composition captures not only the physical destruction caused by the flood but also conveys a sense of desolation and loss. The buildings appear ghostly and abandoned, their inhabitants forced to flee from this natural disaster. Yet amid this devastation, there is an undeniable beauty in the way light reflects off the rippling surface, creating mesmerizing patterns that dance across our vision. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's vulnerability in the face of nature's wrath. It invites us to reflect on our relationship with our environment and reminds us that even amidst adversity, there is resilience and hope for rebuilding what was lost. Displayed within art galleries such as Chicago's Art Institute

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