Gezicht op de vuurtoren van Cette before 1883

This photograph captures the lighthouse of Cette, a beacon of light, hope, and direction. Lighthouses have served as powerful symbols throughout history, guiding sailors through treacherous waters, a motif of security and guidance across cultures. The lighthouse here stands tall, like the Pharos of Alexandria in ancient times. One might find a echo of this image in medieval manuscripts depicting illuminated towers with a ray of light representing divine illumination. In the collective psyche, light piercing through darkness evokes themes of knowledge dispelling ignorance and hope overcoming despair. The lighthouse's beam, in its unwavering vigilance, resonates with the human yearning for safety and certainty, tapping into primordial instincts and fears associated with navigating the unknown. The symbolic progression of the lighthouse beam reminds us of our continuous search for clarity and understanding amid the uncertainties of existence.