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A strange adventure (colour litho)
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A strange adventure (colour litho)
2777652 A strange adventure (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A strange adventure. The English ball Elsie, participant in the race for the Gordon Bennet Cup, remained hooked to the locomotive of a freight train, and, after being dragged for a while, was thrown against a ballast where it was torn. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 21 June 1925.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23461420
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Accident Aerostat Air Vehicle Airfraft Airman Airmen Aviator Aviators Balloon Balloons Caught Collision Crash Crashed Dragged Dragging Engine Fighter Aircraft Hot Air Balloon Hot Air Balloons Rail Railroad Railway Line Small Railway Trains Union Flag Union Jack Accidents Achille Beltrame Beltrame Achille 1871 1945 Public Transport
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This print titled "A Strange Adventure" by Achille Beltrame takes us back to a dramatic incident that occurred during the race for the Gordon Bennet Cup in 1925. The image showcases the English ball Elsie, one of the participants in this thrilling event, as she finds herself entangled with a freight train's locomotive. As depicted in vivid colors and intricate details, Elsie is seen being dragged by the powerful engine before ultimately colliding with a ballast. The impact tears her balloon apart, creating an intense and chaotic scene. This illustration was originally featured in Courier Sunday on June 21st, 1925. The composition captures not only the danger faced by aviators during early aviation but also highlights the technological advancements of transportation systems at that time. With smoke billowing from both train and balloon, it symbolizes a clash between two modes of transport - air and rail. Beltrame's artistic skills shine through his ability to convey motion and tension within this single frame. The inclusion of Union Jack flags reminds us of England's involvement in this daring adventure while adding patriotic flair to the artwork. This print serves as a fascinating historical document showcasing an era where aviation was still finding its wings amidst challenges and risks. It invites viewers to imagine themselves witnessing this extraordinary event firsthand – an unforgettable moment frozen in time thanks to Beltrame's talent as an illustrator.
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