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Misadventure of a millionaire motorist (colour litho)
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Misadventure of a millionaire motorist (colour litho)
2779175 Misadventure of a millionaire motorist (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Misadventure of a millionaire motorist. American millionaire William Vanderbilt confronting angry locals with a gun after his car knocked down a five year-old boy in the village of Pontedera in Tuscany. Mesaventure d un chauffeur milliardaire. M William Vanderbilt aux prises avec les paysans de Pontedera. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 11 March 1906.); © Look and Learn
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Misadventure of a Millionaire Motorist - A Clash of Wealth and Wrath
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. This print captures a dramatic moment in history, depicting the misfortune that befell American millionaire William Vanderbilt during his travels through the picturesque village of Pontedera in Tuscany. In this color lithograph from the 20th century, we witness the aftermath of an unfortunate accident where Vanderbilt's car collided with a young boy. The image portrays an intense confrontation between Vanderbilt and enraged locals who are seeking justice for their injured child. With gun in hand, Vanderbilt stands defiantly against the angry mob, showcasing both his wealth and power as he faces their collective fury head-on. The scene is filled with raw emotion - aggression, violence, anger - as two worlds collide amidst the backdrop of Italy's stunning countryside. The artist masterfully captures not only the physical clash but also delves into deeper themes such as social class disparity and cultural clashes between Americans and Italians. This powerful illustration was originally featured in Le Petit Journal on March 11th, 1906. It serves as a reminder that even those with immense wealth are not immune to life's unexpected challenges or public outrage when tragedy strikes. Through this thought-provoking artwork, we are invited to reflect on our own perceptions of privilege and responsibility while contemplating how emotions can ignite within us all - regardless of our social standing or nationality.
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