Belem #4

The fourth and final chapter of Jean-Yves Delitte's maritime series closes with a cover that speaks volumes: a majestic tall ship sails silhouetted against a blazing amber sunset, its full rigging etched against the darkening sky, while the massive hull and propeller of a modern vessel loom in the foreground — a quietly powerful contrast between two eras of seafaring. Published by Glénat and Chasse-Marée in 2011, La Dernière Traversée ("The Last Crossing") promises an emotionally resonant send-off for this celebrated vessel's story. Delitte's draftsmanship captures the dignity and melancholy of the open sea with genuine artistry.