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An unexpected visit (Colour Litho)
2783471 An unexpected visit (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An unexpected visit. In Paderno (Udine), the driver of a car, to avoid a cart, swerved violently, thus throwing the car against a wall, which broke through. It is easy to imagine the terror of a peasant family, who were sitting behind the wall, when it collapsed. Fortunately, there were only a few light injuries. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 10 March 1929.); © Look and Learn
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An Unexpected Visit - A Terrifying Encounter with Destruction
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. This colour litho print by Achille Beltrame, titled "An Unexpected Visit" captures a dramatic moment in Paderno (Udine), Italy. The scene depicts the aftermath of a car accident caused by a driver's desperate attempt to avoid colliding with a cart. In their panic, the vehicle veered violently and crashed into a wall, shattering it completely. The image portrays the sheer terror experienced by a peasant family who happened to be sitting behind that very wall when it collapsed. Miraculously, only minor injuries were sustained. The wreckage of cars and debris strewn across the area highlights the extent of destruction caused by this unexpected visit. Beltrame's illustration originally appeared in Courier Sunday on 10th March 1929, providing readers with an evocative visual representation of this shocking incident. The artist skillfully conveys the fear and surprise felt by both locals and visitors alike as they witness such devastation firsthand. In this chaotic scene, we see men, women, and children amidst smashed furniture and rubble-filled kitchens. Their expressions reflect disbelief at what has just unfolded before them – homes destroyed in an instant. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of how quickly life can change due to unforeseen circumstances. Through his masterful brushstrokes, Beltrame transports us back in time to witness this heart-stopping event that left its mark on Paderno's history forever. It is an arresting portrayal of human vulnerability against nature's unpredictable forces - reminding us all to cherish our loved ones and appreciate each day we are granted without calamity or catastrophe.
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