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Etretat – The Impressionists had an Eye for a Beautiful Place
Monet painted the cliffs of Etretat in 1885; the spectacular limestone arches and islets off this charming little seaside resort were a popular subject for the impressionists. We often choose a destination from a calendar picture or work of art; … Continue reading
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Tagged arches, Etretat, Manneport, Monet, Normandy cliffs, Pont Normandie, Porte d'Amont, Porte d'Aval, sea arches
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