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A gas blast, illustration from the illustrated supplement of Le Petit Journal, 2nd April
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A gas blast, illustration from the illustrated supplement of Le Petit Journal, 2nd April
XIR386408 A gas blast, illustration from the illustrated supplement of Le Petit Journal, 2nd April, 1892 (litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901) & Meyer, Henri (1844-99); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un coup de grisou; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12871371
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Accident Debris Explosion Mine Miners Mining Rail Rocks Tunnel Underground Victims Wagon
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print, titled "A gas blast" takes us back to a tragic incident that occurred on the 2nd of April in 1892. The illustration, featured in the illustrated supplement of Le Petit Journal, vividly captures the chaos and devastation caused by a massive explosion deep underground. The lithograph, created by Meaulle Fortune Louis and Henri Meyer, portrays a scene filled with despair and anguish. In this haunting image, we witness injured miners desperately trying to escape while others lie wounded amidst the debris. The victims' expressions reflect their pain and fear as they navigate through the darkness. Amidst this chaotic scene, a horse struggles to free itself from its restraints while rocks tumble down around it. A wagon lies overturned nearby, adding to the sense of destruction left in the aftermath of this catastrophic event. This powerful artwork serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by those who work tirelessly beneath our feet. It pays homage to these brave individuals who risk their lives daily in pursuit of extracting valuable resources from within Earth's depths. As we gaze upon this historical print, let us remember not only those directly affected but also acknowledge how far safety measures have come since then. May it serve as a testament to human resilience and an inspiration for continued improvement in workplace safety practices worldwide.
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