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The Port of Bordeaux in 1804. Merchant vessels are at anchor, being loaded and unloaded
Filename: 917_05_0390003175.jpg
Size: 6000 x 4025 (8.2MB)
Date: 29th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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The Port of Bordeaux in 1804. Merchant vessels are at anchor, being loaded and unloaded
The Port of Bordeaux in 1804. Merchant vessels are at anchor, being loaded and unloaded by smaller vessels. Among the cargoes being landed are timber and stone. In the foreground boats are being repaired. On the promenade spectators watch the proceedings.Artist Pierre Lacour the Elder (1745-1814). Oil on canvas
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Media ID 9782289
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
1804 Anchor Artist Boats Bordeaux Commerce Elder Foreground Landed Loaded Merchant Pierre Port Promenade Sail Shipping Smaller Spectators Stone Timber Trade Transport Vessels Watch Cargoes Lacour Proceedings Repaired Unloaded
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the bustling activity of The Port of Bordeaux in 1804. Painted by esteemed artist Pierre Lacour the Elder, this oil on canvas artwork showcases a vibrant scene filled with trade and commerce. Merchant vessels gracefully anchor in the port, while smaller boats tirelessly load and unload various cargoes such as timber and stone. In the foreground, skilled craftsmen diligently repair boats, ensuring their seaworthiness for future voyages. On the promenade, curious spectators gather to witness these fascinating proceedings unfold before their eyes. The atmosphere is alive with anticipation as sailors navigate through a sea of tasks. Lacour's attention to detail transports viewers back in time to an era when shipping was at its peak in Bordeaux. The composition beautifully captures not only the physical elements but also the spirit of this bustling maritime hub. The Port of Bordeaux served as a vital transport link for France during this period, facilitating both domestic and international trade. It symbolizes not just economic prosperity but also cultural exchange between nations. As you gaze upon this remarkable piece of art, let your imagination sail away on those merchant vessels anchored at the port - each one carrying stories from distant lands and contributing to Bordeaux's rich history as a center for global trade.
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