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Offensive en Artois; En Artois (1915), Mines de Lievin: la fosse Calonne, 1915 (1924). Creator: Francois Flameng
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Offensive en Artois; En Artois (1915), Mines de Lievin: la fosse Calonne, 1915 (1924). Creator: Francois Flameng
'Offensive en Artois; En Artois (1915), Mines de Lievin: la fosse Calonne, 1915 (1924). From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Aftermath Artois France Conflict Destroyed Destruction Flameng Francois Francois Flameng Lillustration Mine Offensive Shell Damage Western Front
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Offensive en Artois; En Artois (1915), Mines de Lievin: la fosse Calonne" is a poignant and powerful image created by the renowned French artist Francois Flameng in 1924. This evocative print is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of the Battle of Artois during the First World War. The scene is set in the Lillie-Nord region of Pas-de-Calais, France, where the coal mines of Lievin once thrived. The image captures the aftermath of the intense battle, with the destroyed ruins of the Calonne coal mine standing as a haunting testament to the destruction wrought by the conflict. The mine, once a symbol of industry and progress, now lies in ruins, its once-mighty structures reduced to rubble and debris. The scene is awash in a muted, desaturated color palette, reflecting the somber mood and the sense of loss and despair that hung over the region in the aftermath of the battle. The title of the print, "Offensive en Artois," refers to the military offensive launched by the Allied forces in the Artois region of France in 1915. The battle was one of the largest and bloodiest of the First World War, with both sides suffering heavy casualties. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of the conflict, with the ruined mine serving as a symbol of the destruction and devastation wrought by the war. Francois Flameng's "Offensive en Artois; En Artois (1915), Mines de Lievin: la fosse Calonne" is a powerful and evocative image that captures the essence of the First World War and its impact on the people and landscapes of France. The print is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the emotional and psychological impact of the conflict, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical and artistic works related to the First World War.
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