Gezicht op het strand van Houlgate in Calvados 1869

"Gezicht op het strand van Houlgate in Calvados" (View of the beach of Houlgate in Calvados) is an etching by French artist Maxime Lalanne, created in 1869. This small, detailed print depicts a panoramic view of the beach at Houlgate, a popular seaside resort in Normandy. Lalanne's style is characterized by its delicate lines and subtle shading, conveying the atmosphere of the coastline with great sensitivity. This work offers a glimpse into the 19th-century fascination with coastal landscapes and the burgeoning popularity of seaside tourism.