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A bear hunt in the middle of Paris (colour litho)
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A bear hunt in the middle of Paris (colour litho)
2779214 A bear hunt in the middle of Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A bear hunt in the middle of Paris. On the rampage after escaping from its cage in a menagerie. Une chasse a l ours en plein Paris. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 29 July 1906.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23468064
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Bear Bears Black Bear Black Bears Dangerous Escaped Fierce Killed Police Police Officers Policeman Rampage Young Bears
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This print titled "A bear hunt in the middle of Paris" transports us back to a chaotic scene that unfolded on the streets of France's capital city. The colour litho, created by an anonymous French School artist in the 20th century, captures a moment of sheer pandemonium and danger. In this dramatic illustration for Le Petit Journal from July 29,1906, we witness the aftermath of a bear's escape from its cage in a menagerie. On a rampage through the heart of Paris, this fierce animal has unleashed chaos upon unsuspecting pedestrians and police officers alike. The image showcases brave policemen attempting to subdue the escaped creature while protecting innocent bystanders. The artwork evokes strong emotions as we see several animals caught up in this terrifying situation. A donkey lies lifeless on the ground, perhaps having fallen victim to the bear's aggression. The intensity is palpable as shots are fired and authorities desperately try to regain control over their city streets. This powerful image serves as a reminder of both man's attempts at taming nature and nature's untamed power itself. It offers us insight into historical events where human lives intersected with wildlife in unexpected ways – reminding us that even within bustling urban landscapes like Paris, wild animals can still unleash their primal instincts with devastating consequences. Through this photograph print by Bridgeman Images courtesy of Fine Art Finder, we are transported back in time to witness an extraordinary event that forever left its mark on Parisian history.
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