Zicht op het Arsenaal bij de haven van Lorient 1855 - 1859

“Zicht op het Arsenaal bij de haven van Lorient” (View of the Arsenal at the port of Lorient) is a lithograph by French artist Louis Lebreton. Created between 1855-1859, the work depicts the bustling activity at the Lorient naval base. Lebreton’s detailed depiction of the ships, the bustling harbor, and the surrounding buildings showcases his mastery of this medium, which was gaining popularity in the mid-19th century. The lithograph captures the vibrant maritime life of the time, highlighting the importance of Lorient as a key naval port for the French Empire. This particular view is of the arsenal, a complex of workshops and buildings dedicated to the construction and repair of ships.