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La Lutte Contre Les Elements
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La Lutte Contre Les Elements
This illustration, titled in English as The Fight Against The Elements shows a group of women enjoying a day at the seaside. Date: circa 1901
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Bach Contre Elements Enjoying Ferdinand Sigismond Fight Issue Lalbum Maitres Titled 1901 Lutte
La Lutte Contre Les Elements,
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or "The Fight Against the Elements," is an enchanting illustration from the July issue of "Ferdinand Sigismond Bach's Album des Maîtres de Caricature," published circa 1901. This image portrays a lively scene of women engaging in a day at the seaside. The illustration showcases a group of women, dressed in elegant turn-of-the-century attire, as they brave the elements and enjoy the pleasures of the beach. In the foreground, a woman in a voluminous skirt and a wide-brimmed hat wades into the water, her laughter echoing across the sand as she splashes playfully. Nearby, another woman, her back to the viewer, attempts to build a sandcastle, her determined expression a testament to her perseverance against the encroaching tide. A third woman, her hair pulled back in a tight bun, sits on a blanket, her eyes shielded from the sun by a parasol. She watches her companions with a smile, her hand shading her eyes as she observes the scene before her. In the background, a fourth woman, her back to the sea, reads a book, seemingly undisturbed by the elements. Despite the challenges presented by the wind, sun, and waves, these women remain undeterred, their spirits unbroken as they revel in the simple joys of a day at the beach. The illustration captures the essence of camaraderie and the resilience of the human spirit, making it a timeless and delightful addition to any collection.
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