Home > Animals > Mammals > Horse > Shire
A tragic accident in Brittany (colour litho)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
A tragic accident in Brittany (colour litho)
2779728 A tragic accident in Brittany (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A tragic accident in Brittany. A heavily laden wagon crashing into a wedding procession and running over a bagpiper. Tragique accident. Un lourd camion se jette dans un cortege nuptial en Bretagne et ecrase un sonneur de biniou. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 25 June 1911.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25500516
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Accident Bagpiper Bagpipers Bagpipes Breton Bride Crashing Crushed Driver Getting Married Holy Sacrament Horror Horse Drawn Killed Marriage Register Muscial Instrument Muscial Instruments Remarriage Run Over Sacrement Tragedy Wagon Wedded Wedding Ceremony Wedding Day Woodwind Instrument Accidents Killing Music Instrument Musical Instruments Musics Shire Horse Stallions
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Horses
> Shire Horse
> Animals
> Farm
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Horse
> Shire
> Arts
> Portraits
> Pop art gallery
> Street art portraits
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Fine art
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Wildlife illustrations
> Fine art
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> French School
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Unknown Artist
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "A tragic accident in Brittany" depicts a heart-wrenching scene that unfolded in the early 20th century. The colour lithograph captures the devastating moment when a heavily laden wagon collides with a joyous wedding procession, resulting in the unimaginable tragedy of running over a bagpiper. The image showcases the chaos and horror of this fateful incident, as well as the grief-stricken faces of those witnessing it. The collision between tradition and calamity is starkly portrayed, emphasizing the fragility of life on one's wedding day. The composition skillfully conveys both movement and stillness; while the wagon crashes into the crowd, time seems to momentarily freeze for everyone involved. The juxtaposition of celebration and catastrophe creates an emotional impact that resonates deeply with viewers. This artwork was originally created as an illustration for Le Petit Journal on June 25,1911. It serves as a poignant reminder of how swiftly happiness can turn into sorrow and how unpredictable life can be. Through this powerful image, we are reminded to cherish every moment we have with our loved ones and appreciate each day's blessings. "A tragic accident in Brittany" stands not only as a historical record but also as a testament to human resilience in times of adversity.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
