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A train of the Trans-Siberian Railway was diverted into Manchuria by a group of Chinese robbers (colour litho)
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A train of the Trans-Siberian Railway was diverted into Manchuria by a group of Chinese robbers (colour litho)
2778212 A train of the Trans-Siberian Railway was diverted into Manchuria by a group of Chinese robbers (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Trans-Siberian Railway train was diverted into Manchuria by a group of Chinese robbers. While cries of terror and lamentation arose from the overturned cars and fallen from the escarpment, the bandits faced passengers with weapons in their hands to prey on them. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 10 December 1933.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23130898
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This print captures a dramatic scene from history, depicting a train of the Trans-Siberian Railway being diverted into Manchuria by a group of Chinese robbers. The artwork, created by Achille Beltrame in 1933, showcases the chaos and terror that unfolded during this audacious act. As the train careens off its intended path, cries of terror fill the air while overturned cars and fallen passengers litter the landscape. The bandits, armed with weapons in hand, confront helpless passengers to prey upon their valuables. Snowflakes gently fall from above, adding an eerie beauty to this treacherous winter setting. The illustration vividly portrays the clash between law-abiding citizens and ruthless criminals amidst the backdrop of snow-covered tracks. Men and women fight desperately against these bandits who seek to steal their belongings and disrupt public transport. Revolvers are fired as both sides engage in a fierce battle for control. Beltrame's artistic talent shines through as he expertly captures every detail – from the expressions on people's faces filled with fear or determination to the intricate design of each character's attire. This powerful image serves as a reminder of humanity's constant struggle against crime and highlights how even seemingly secure places like railways can become targets for theft and lawlessness. Through this artwork, we are transported back in time to witness an intense confrontation between good and evil on one fateful day along the Trans-Siberian Railway.
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