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The Cliff at Etretat After the Storm, Oil on canvas, 1870. Gustave Courbet (1819-1877)
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Date: 28th March 2014
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The Cliff at Etretat After the Storm, Oil on canvas, 1870. Gustave Courbet (1819-1877)
The Cliff at Etretat After the Storm, Oil on canvas, 1870. Gustave Courbet (1819-1877) French Realist painter and designer. Chalk cliff with natural arch, fishing boats drawn up on the beach, blue door into cliff. Etretat, a small town 10 miles (16km) north of Le Havre, on the coast of Normandy
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1870 Arch Beach Blue Boats Chalk Cliff Coast Designer Door Drawn Fishing Geology Gustave Havre Miles Natural Nineteenth Century Normandy North Painter Realism Realist Small Storm Town 1819 1877 Courbet Etretat
The Cliff at Etretat After the Storm
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is a captivating oil on canvas masterpiece created by Gustave Courbet, a renowned French Realist painter and designer. Painted in 1870, this artwork beautifully captures the rugged beauty of Etretat, a small town nestled along the coast of Normandy. In this scene, we are transported to a post-storm moment where nature's raw power has left its mark on the landscape. The chalk cliff stands tall and majestic, revealing intricate patterns carved by erosion over time. A natural arch adds an element of intrigue to the composition while fishing boats rest peacefully on the sandy beach below. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke as he skillfully portrays the play of light and shadow across the scene. A striking blue door seamlessly blends into the cliffside, adding an unexpected touch of whimsy amidst nature's grandeur. Courbet's realistic style brings forth not only the physical features but also evokes emotions tied to this coastal setting. As we gaze upon this painting, we can almost feel the salty sea breeze and hear waves crashing against rocks. "The Cliff at Etretat After the Storm" serves as both a testament to Courbet's artistic prowess and a celebration of nature's resilience in face of adversity. It invites us to appreciate our surroundings with renewed awe and reverence for their inherent beauty.
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