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Waiting for the Boats (engraving)
1594934 Waiting for the Boats (engraving) by Smythe, Lionel Percy (1839-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Waiting for the Boats. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 June 1887.
Lionel Smythe); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23394044
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Coast Scenery Coastal Feature Coastl Pensive Waiting Coast Scene
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Waiting for the Boats - A Captivating Glimpse into Coastal Tranquility
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. This enchanting photo print, titled "Waiting for the Boats" captures a serene coastal scene that transports us back to 1887. The engraving, created by Lionel Percy Smythe, offers a glimpse into a moment of anticipation and reflection. In this image, women dressed in traditional attire patiently await the arrival of boats along the picturesque French coast. Their pensive expressions reveal a sense of longing and perhaps even yearning as they eagerly anticipate their next voyage or reunion with loved ones. The tranquil sea serves as both backdrop and protagonist in this composition. Its calm waves gently lap against the shore while an elegant tugboat gracefully navigates its way towards land. This mode of transport symbolizes connection and movement – reminding us that life is constantly evolving. As we delve deeper into this artwork, we are reminded of France's rich maritime heritage and its close ties to European culture. The coastline stretches out before us, inviting exploration and adventure. It is here where land meets sea; where dreams take flight on vessels bound for distant shores. "Waiting for the Boats" invites viewers to pause amidst their own busy lives and embrace moments of stillness by immersing themselves in this timeless coastal tableau. Through Smythe's masterful engraving technique, we are transported to an era when waiting was not merely an inconvenience but rather an opportunity for introspection and appreciation of life's simple pleasures. This remarkable
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