Home > Europe > France > Canton > Alpes
Morning scene, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Alpes-Maritimes, France
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Morning scene, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Alpes-Maritimes, France
Early morning scene on the quayside of Villefranche-sur-Mer, near Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, France.
1922
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23086516
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Alpes Baskets Chat Chatting Idyllic Maritimes Morning Nice Peaceful Quay Quayside Today Villefranche Wicker Wickerwork 1922 Racial
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> House Mouse
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> Water Mouse
> Europe
> France
> Canton
> Alpes
> Europe
> Related Images
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Peaceful Morning in Villefranche-sur-Mer, Alpes-Maritimes, France (1922) This evocative photograph captures the idyllic morning scene on the quayside of Villefranche-sur-Mer, a charming coastal town located near Nice in the Alpes-Maritimes region of France. The serene image, taken in 1922, transports us back in time to the 1920s, a decade known for its cultural and artistic renaissance. The photograph features a group of people, both men and women, engaged in lively conversation on the quayside. One man, dressed in a suit and hat, sits on a bench, intently listening to a woman in a flowing dress and sun hat. Nearby, a group of men, dressed in casual attire, chat amicably while leaning against a wicker basket. The women, dressed in elegant 1920s fashion, carry wicker baskets, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to the scene. In the background, the picturesque houses and buildings of Villefranche-sur-Mer line the coast, their pastel colors reflecting off the calm, turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The peaceful morning scene is further enhanced by the presence of a few boats moored at the quay, their sails rolled up and waiting for the day's adventures. This photograph, taken over a century ago, invites us to imagine a simpler time, where the day's worries seemed far away, and the beauty of the natural world took center stage. The racial and ethnic diversity of the people in the photograph adds to the richness and complexity of the scene, reflecting the cosmopolitan nature of the French Riviera during the 1920s.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
