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The fire completely destroys the central telephone office in Paris, employees fleeing with... (colour litho)
2815154 The fire completely destroys the central telephone office in Paris, employees fleeing with... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fire completely destroys the central telephone office in Paris, employees on the run still wearing a telephone headset. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 27 September-4 October 1908.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22702658
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
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The Fire's Devastation - Chaos and Escape in Paris
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. In this print by Achille Beltrame, we witness the catastrophic destruction caused by a raging fire that engulfs the central telephone office in Paris. The scene is one of utter chaos as employees desperately flee for their lives, their faces etched with fear and panic. Amidst the billowing smoke and towering flames, we see men and women running frantically, still wearing their telephone headsets - a poignant reminder of how swiftly disaster can strike even in the midst of routine work. The intensity of the moment is palpable as firefighters valiantly battle against time to contain the inferno. Amongst those fleeing are young children, clinging onto adults or attempting to keep up with them. Their innocent faces reflect both confusion and terror as they navigate through this nightmarish ordeal. Beltrame's skillful use of color lithography brings forth vivid hues of red flames contrasting against darkened skies - an artistic representation that captures not only the physical devastation but also conveys a sense of urgency and impending doom. This powerful image serves as a stark reminder of how quickly life can be turned upside down by unforeseen events. It stands as a testament to human resilience in times of crisis while underscoring our vulnerability to nature's destructive forces.
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