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A play in the Bears Pit in Bern (colour litho)
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A play in the Bears Pit in Bern (colour litho)
2808890 A play in the Bears Pit in Bern (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A play in the Bear Pit, in Bern. The student Mahler, who had let himself be teased in the enclosure, was plunged and then viciously assaulted by three beasts. When, with powerful jets of water, it was possible to release him, the young man was reduced to such a grave state that after a few hours he would die. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 25 April-2 May 1920.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25496124
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This print titled "A play in the Bears Pit in Bern" by Achille Beltrame depicts a dramatic and tragic scene that unfolded within the enclosure. In this vividly colored lithograph, we witness the horrifying aftermath of an attack on a student named Mahler, who had foolishly allowed himself to be teased by three ferocious bears. The image portrays the chaos and violence that ensued as Mahler was plunged into the pit and mercilessly assaulted by these powerful beasts. Eventually, with great effort and powerful jets of water, he was rescued from their clutches. However, his injuries were so severe that he succumbed to them only hours later. The composition showcases not only the intense struggle between man and animal but also highlights the natural habitat of these majestic brown bears. The surrounding trees provide a stark contrast to the violent confrontation taking place at their base. This artwork serves as a chilling reminder of both human vulnerability in nature's realm and our responsibility towards wildlife conservation. It raises questions about our coexistence with animals while emphasizing how even seemingly harmless interactions can quickly turn deadly. Beltrame's illustration originally appeared in Courier Sunday on April 25th - May 2nd, 1920, capturing public attention with its shocking portrayal of this tragic event. Today, it stands as a testament to both artistic skill and historical documentation within botany, natural history, science news items related to medicine and health.
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