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Carcassonne (Languedoc, Aude, 11), upper city (Cite) and lower city (Bastide). Engraving signed A. Guesdon, first half of the 19th century. In the foreground, the Canal du Midi, a work of Riquet and a wind turbine
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Carcassonne (Languedoc, Aude, 11), upper city (Cite) and lower city (Bastide). Engraving signed A. Guesdon, first half of the 19th century. In the foreground, the Canal du Midi, a work of Riquet and a wind turbine
PCT4268422 Carcassonne (Languedoc, Aude, 11), upper city (Cite) and lower city (Bastide). Engraving signed A. Guesdon, first half of the 19th century. In the foreground, the Canal du Midi, a work of Riquet and a wind turbine. Engraving 45 x 30 cm preserved at the Municipal Library of Carcassonne.; (add.info.: Carcassonne (Languedoc, Aude, 11), upper city (Cite) and lower city (Bastide). Engraving signed A. Guesdon, first half of the 19th century. In the foreground, the Canal du Midi, a work of Riquet and a wind turbine. Engraving 45 x 30 cm preserved at the Municipal Library of Carcassonne.); Photo © Gusman
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This stunning engraving captures the timeless beauty of Carcassonne, with its upper city (Cite) and lower city (Bastide) standing proudly against the backdrop of the Languedoc landscape. The intricate details of the architecture are brought to life by the skilled hand of A. Guesdon in this piece from the first half of the 19th century.
In the foreground, we see the tranquil waters of the Canal du Midi, a testament to Pierre-Paul Riquet's engineering genius. The wind turbine adds a touch of modernity to this historic scene, symbolizing both progress and preservation in perfect harmony.
Preserved at the Municipal Library of Carcassonne, this engraving is not just a work of art but a window into another era. The narrow streets, towering walls, and red-tiled roofs transport us back in time to when knights roamed these cobblestone paths and troubadours sang in medieval courts.
As you gaze upon this print by Patrice Cartier from Fine Art Finder, let yourself be transported to a place where history whispers through every stone and where beauty knows no bounds. Carcassonne truly is a treasure trove waiting to be explored and admired for generations to come.
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