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The death of Virginie in the wreck of the St Geran (chromolitho)
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The death of Virginie in the wreck of the St Geran (chromolitho)
974033 The death of Virginie in the wreck of the St Geran (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Virginie in the wreck of the St Geran. A scene from the novel Paul et Virginie, by Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre. Educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22640126
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Drowned Drowning Grief Grieving Jacques Henri Bernardin De Saint Pierre Mauritius Mouring Mournful Paul And Virginia Paul Et Virginie Shipwreck Sorrow Tragedy Deaths Mortality Mourning Passed Away Sadness
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The Death of Virginie in the Wreck of the St Geran - A Tragic Tale Immortalized in Art
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. This chromolitho print, created by an anonymous European School artist in the 19th century, depicts a scene from Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre's renowned novel "Paul et Virginie". The artwork showcases the heart-wrenching moment when Virginie tragically loses her life during a shipwreck on the St Geran off the coast of Mauritius. The image evokes a profound sense of mourning and grief as we witness Paul's beloved Virginie succumbing to her watery fate. The woman's sorrowful expression reflects both her acceptance and resignation to death, while also capturing the immense tragedy that has befallen her. Through this educational card, produced sometime between late 19th or early 20th century, viewers are transported back to an era where literature intertwined with visual art to convey powerful emotions. This print serves as a poignant reminder of mortality and reminds us of our own vulnerability in the face of nature's unforgiving forces. As we contemplate this somber scene, it is impossible not to feel moved by its mournful atmosphere. The shipwreck symbolizes not only physical destruction but also represents shattered dreams and lost love. It stands as a testament to human resilience amidst tragedy and invites us to reflect upon our own fleeting existence. In preserving this historical moment through artistry, Bridgeman Images allows us access into
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