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Fireworks at Paris - sketched by Harrison, 1845. Creator: Harrison
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Fireworks at Paris - sketched by Harrison, 1845. Creator: Harrison
Fireworks at Paris - sketched by Harrison, 1845. Bastille Day celebrations:the fairy-like scene, just at the moment when the fireworks appeared above the bridge as a vast forest of palm-trees...On the lake of light, into which the Seine was changed, boats floated, bearing bands of music, and ladies. Fancy this scene, animated by magnificent fireworks, helped out by cannon, which did not cease a moment to peal, and you have it all, as well as pen, ink, and paper, can give it to you...Swimmers, wearing drawers, their heads disguised in plumes, so as to look like angry swans, dived about each other...Battles were fought between dandy crews, calling themselves Paris Marines...But at night the scene was beautiful. The steamers and bathing-houses on the river, were converted into fairy castles, built of variegated lamps. From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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Fireworks Illuminate the Night Sky in Paris - A Captivating Scene Sketched by Harrison, 1845
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. Step back in time to the enchanting Bastille Day celebrations of 19th century Paris, as captured in this stunning print sketched by Harrison. The scene unfolds with a fairy-like ambiance, just as the fireworks burst above the bridge, transforming it into a majestic forest of palm-trees. The Seine River itself becomes a shimmering lake of light, adorned with floating boats carrying bands of music and elegantly dressed ladies. Immerse yourself in this magical spectacle where magnificent fireworks dance across the night sky accompanied by resounding cannon peals that never cease. Swimmers disguised as angry swans gracefully dive amidst each other while battles between dandy crews play out on the water under their watchful eyes. But it is during nighttime when this scene truly comes alive with breathtaking beauty. Steamers and bathing-houses along the river are transformed into whimsical fairy castles illuminated by an array of colorful lamps. This display transports you to another world entirely. Harrison's sketch captures not only the visual splendor but also evokes a sense of wonder and awe that must have filled every spectator present on that memorable evening. Through pen, ink, and paper, he brings to life an extraordinary moment in history for all to behold. This remarkable print from "Illustrated London News" serves as a timeless reminder of Paris' enduring charm and its ability to captivate hearts through grand celebrations like Bastille Day.
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