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Apres la chute (colour litho)
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Apres la chute (colour litho)
3097825 Apres la chute (colour litho) by Rabier, Benjamin (1869-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apres la chute. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 9 October 1904.); © Look and Learn
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Accident Beggar Begging Blind Blindness Catching Coins Comical Crash Crashing Cripple Disability Disabled Donation Driver Falling Fortunate Fortune Giving Grateful Gratitude Handicaped Handicapped Person Infirmities Invalid Lucky Mendicant Sightless Eyes Thanking Tramp Vagabond Accidents
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Apres la chute (colour litho) captures a moment of black comedy and humor in this satirical cartoon by Benjamin Rabier. The scene depicts a fortunate accident, as a blind beggar inadvertently catches coins falling from the sky. With his sightless eyes and disabled state, the beggar's gratitude is evident as he thanks the driver of a van that crashed into a tree, causing the unexpected windfall. Rabier's comical illustration for Le Pele-Mele, published on 9 October 1904, showcases his talent for blending satire with humor. The artist uses this amusing scenario to shed light on poverty and fortune in French society at the time. The collision between social classes is highlighted through the contrast between the wealthy driver and the handicapped beggar. Through this lens of irony, Rabier invites viewers to reflect on themes of luck, gratitude, and generosity. The detailed depiction of botanical elements surrounding the crash adds an additional layer to this satirical drawing. It suggests that even amidst chaos and accidents in life, nature continues its scientific methods undisturbed. This print from Fine Art Finder offers us a glimpse into early 20th-century France while reminding us of timeless human follies. As we observe this humorous yet thought-provoking scene unfold before our eyes, we are reminded that laughter can be found even in moments where least expected.
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