Departement De La Seine Maritime Collection

Ships and Sailing Boats Leaving Le Havre, 1887. Creator: Eugene Louis Boudin
Ships and Sailing Boats Leaving Le Havre, 1887

Le Havre, 1883. Creator: Eugene Louis Boudin
Le Havre, 1883

Entrance to the Harbor, Le Havre, 1883. Creator: Eugene Louis Boudin
Entrance to the Harbor, Le Havre, 1883

La Reine Hortense - Yacht de l'empereur, Havre, 1856. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
La Reine Hortense - Yacht de l'empereur, Havre, 1856

Outer Harbour of Le Havre, 1903. Artist: Camille Pissarro
Outer Harbour of Le Havre, 1903. Painting housed in the Musee des Beaux Arts Le Havre, France. From The Studio Volume 120. [The Studio Ltd. London & New York, 1940]

SS Great Eastern, 1859. Pictured at the port of Le Havre, France. Isambard Kingdom Brunel proposed to the Eastern Steam Navigation Company the construction of a steamship five or six times the size

Grand Quai at Havre, 1872. Artist: Claude Monet
Grand Quai at Havre, 1872. Monet, Claude (1840-1926). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Arrival in Le Havre of the gifts of the Tsar in France, 1895. Artist: F Meaulle
Arrival in Le Havre of the gifts of the Tsar in France, 1895. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 17th November 1895

Le Havre, Normandy, northern France, 1879. Artist: C Laplante
Le Havre, Normandy, northern France, 1879. Sailing ships at the port of Le Havre

American transatlantic steamship, Arago, 1856. Pictured at the port of Le Havre, France

A diver searching a wreck in La Havre harbour, France, 1892. Artist: Henri Meyer
A diver searching a wreck in La Havre harbour, France, 1892. A print from a supplement to the Le Petit Journal, 13th February 1892

American amphibious vehicles, Le Havre, France, 1944. The vehicles are being used to provide a shuttle service between ships anchored offshore and the harbour

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"Discover the Rich Maritime Heritage of Seine-Maritime Department" Seine-Maritime, a region steeped in maritime history, offers a captivating journey through time. From the iconic SS Great Eastern's launch in 1859 to the bustling harbor of Le Havre depicted in Eugene Louis Boudin's masterpieces, this department holds tales of adventure and innovation. Step back into the late 19th century as you witness Ships and Sailing Boats Leaving Le Havre in Boudin's mesmerizing painting. Feel the energy and excitement emanating from Entrance to the Harbor, Le Havre, capturing bustling activity at one of France's most important ports. Gustave Le Gray immortalizes La Reine Hortense - Yacht de l'empereur, transporting you to an era when opulent vessels graced these waters. Meanwhile, Camille Pissarro's Outer Harbour of Le Havre showcases the evolving landscape with its vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes. Claude Monet captures Grand Quai at Havre during a transformative period for this coastal city. Witness how it evolved from an arrival point for imperial gifts like those depicted by F Meaulle to a thriving hub that inspired artists like C Laplante. The maritime significance extends beyond art; historical events shaped Seine-Maritime too. Imagine witnessing Arago, an American transatlantic steamship docking here in 1856 or joining Henri Meyer on his artistic exploration of divers searching wrecks within La Havre harbour. Le Havre also witnessed pivotal moments during World War II when American amphibious vehicles arrived on its shores in 1944—a testament to its strategic importance during wartime. Embark on your own voyage through time as you explore Seine-Maritime Department—an enchanting destination where art intertwines with maritime heritage.