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An audacious robbery (colour litho)
2818368 An audacious robbery (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An audacious robbery. Thieves stealing the property of the Marquis de Panisse from his hotel after passing themselves off as a judge and menbers of the police. Voleurs fin de siecle. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 18 February 1893.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22430982
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Audacious Audacity Criminals Hotel Pictures Robbers Robbery Stealing Theft Thieves Top Hats
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This print titled "An Audacious Robbery" takes us back to the 19th century, immersing us in a daring crime scene. The colour litho, created by Henri Meyer and now part of a private collection, depicts an audacious theft that unfolded at the hotel of the Marquis de Panisse. In this dramatic illustration for Le Petit Journal on February 18,1893, we witness thieves cunningly passing themselves off as a judge and members of the police. The image showcases their audacity as they brazenly steal valuable property from the unsuspecting Marquis. Dressed in top hats and exuding an air of sophistication, these criminals epitomize both elegance and deceit. This artwork not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a window into French culture during this era. The painting's attention to detail transports us to France's past with its rich history and vibrant art scene. It reminds us that even amidst beauty and refinement, crime can lurk behind closed doors. The artist skillfully portrays the tension between audacity and criminality through his masterful use of color and composition. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded that art has the power to transport us across time periods while shedding light on human nature – both its virtues and vices.
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