Rotsen langs het strand van Biarritz 1862 - 1876

Here is the tale that the rocks along the beach of Biarritz tell, captured by Jean Andrieu's lens. These rocks, steadfast amidst the rhythmic tides, evoke ancient symbols of endurance. We see echoes of similar geological forms revered in prehistoric cultures, standing stones, silent witnesses to human rituals. Their shapes and arrangements resonate with primal memories, stirring something deep within us. Consider the rock as a motif across time; it has morphed from a sacred object to a symbol of resilience, and even defiance. Think of the stone tablets bearing laws, or the philosopher's stone, each instance imbued with cultural weight. Over time, the rock retains its primal essence, yet is transformed by our ever-evolving collective psyche. Here, the rocks of Biarritz, like the rough terrain of Caspar David Friedrich's landscapes, engage us on a subconscious level, evoking feelings of awe, solitude, and the sublime power of nature. As the waves crash against these silent sentinels, we are reminded of time's relentless, cyclical progression, forever resurfacing and reshaping our world.