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Conquest of fire, illustration from L Homme Primitif
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Conquest of fire, illustration from L Homme Primitif
CHT248293 Conquest of fire, illustration from L Homme Primitif by Louis Figuier (1819-94) engraved by Henri Theophile Hildibrand (1824-97) published Hachette, 1870 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bayard, Emile Antoine (1837-91) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: la conquete du feu; homme; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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Animal Skin Bundle Of Sticks Firewood Half Naked Pre Historic Prehistoric Prehistory Flints
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Conquest of Fire - Unleashing the Power of Discovery
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. This photo print, titled "Conquest of fire" takes us back in time to witness a pivotal moment in human history. The illustration, originally featured in Louis Figuier's book "L'Homme Primitif" beautifully captures the essence of this groundbreaking discovery. Intricately engraved by Henri Théophile Hildibrand and published by Hachette in 1870, this image showcases Emile Antoine Bayard's artistic brilliance. It depicts a young boy from prehistoric times, half-naked and surrounded by nature's elements. The scene unfolds as the child diligently rubs two flints together with an animal skin beneath them. Smoke begins to rise as he skillfully ignites a bundle of sticks nearby. This mesmerizing act symbolizes mankind's triumph over darkness and coldness – the birth of fire. With his newfound power, our primitive ancestor unlocks endless possibilities for survival and progress. Fire becomes both a source of warmth against harsh climates and protection against menacing predators lurking in the shadows. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork from Bridgeman Images at Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France, we are reminded that every great achievement starts with curiosity and determination. The innocence radiating from the boy's face serves as a timeless reminder that even small steps can lead to monumental leaps forward. Let this extraordinary image inspire us to embrace our own inner fire – that burning desire
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