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Crashing wave captured to show face of Poseidon, god of the sea

Saturday, 03/02/2024, 12:13 (GMT+7)

A photographer was stunned after capturing a wave crashing against a sea wall, which looked like the face of Poseidon.

In an awe-inspiring display of nature's artistry, a wave crashing against a sea wall during Storm Justine in France unveiled an uncanny resemblance to the face of Poseidon, the god of the sea,  leaving numerous people stunned.

A photographer captured a wave crashing against a sea wall, resembling the face of Poseidon. 

The stunning images were captured during Storm Justine in France as waves battered into the Brittany coast, showing the face of Poseidon, the god of the sea, leaving numerous people stunned.

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The viral photo on social media shows waves crashing into a seawall revealing the clear image of the sea god Poseidon's face. Image Credits: Solent News

As Storm Justine unleashed its fury on the Brittany coast, the sea wall became a canvas for a divine spectacle.

The crashing waves seemed to carve out the majestic face of Poseidon, instigating a captivating interplay between nature's forces and ancient mythology.

The author of this amazing picture is photographer Mathieu Rivrin, who was shocked to see the face of Poseidon captured in a wave.

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In a series of stunning photographs, the crashing waves reveal the distinct face of the sea god, leaving many in awe. Image Credits: Solent News

The stunning images show a face with a crown in the crest of the 30ft wave as it smashed into the shore during the destructive Storm Justine.

Photographer Mathieu Rivrin, residing in Lesconil, Brittany, captured the breathtaking moment of Poseidon's manifestation.

Amidst the chaos of the 30-foot wave, a regal crown adorned the crest, adding an extra layer of mythical grandeur to the ocean's formidable display.

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It is reported that 30-ft waves created a 150-ft explosion upon colliding with the coastal levees. Image Credits: Solent News

Mathieu Rivrin, the astounded photographer behind the captivating images, expressed his shock at witnessing the face of the Greek god of the sea.

He eloquently described the phenomenon on Facebook, detailing the power and aesthetic appeal of Storm Justine's waves challenging the laws of gravity.

He immediately shared the amazing moment of the wave on social media, leaving numerous viewers shocked

He wrote on Facebook: "The faces of JUSTINE TEMPETE in Brittany - January 30, 2021. This weekend storm Justine surged on the west coast of France.

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It is reported that 30-ft waves created a 150-ft explosion upon colliding with the coastal levees. Image Credits: Solent News

"The waves were incredibly powerful, aesthetic and challenged the laws of gravity...Here are some of these beautiful ocean spirited marine flights captured in Lesconil, South Finistère."

The 30ft waves sprayed water 150ft into the air during the destructive storm on Europe's west coast.

The destructive storm left an indelible mark on Europe's west coast, showcasing both the beauty and ferocity of the natural world.

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Photographer Mathieu Rivrin was stunned to see the visage of the sea god Poseidon atop the crest of the wave. Image Credits: Solent News

Rivrin vividly described the explosive impact as waves collided with the sea wall, creating a spectacle that reached heights of around 50 meters, showing the beauty of nature's tempestuous dance.