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Terrible accident on Dieppe motor racing circuit (colour litho)
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Terrible accident on Dieppe motor racing circuit (colour litho)
3620870 Terrible accident on Dieppe motor racing circuit (colour litho) by Carrey, (fl.1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terrible accident on Dieppe motor racing circuit. The fatal crash of French driver Albert Clements Clement-Bayard car during practice for the French Grand Prix. Illustration for Le Petit Parisien, 9 June 1907.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23626570
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Accident Crash Crashing Dieppe Grand Prix Horror Motor Racing Motor Sport Overturned Racing Car Racing Driver Accidents Clement Bayard
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This and haunting print captures a moment of sheer horror on the Dieppe motor racing circuit in 1907. The image depicts the terrible accident that claimed the life of French driver Albert Clement-Bayard during practice for the French Grand Prix. In vivid color lithography, Carrey masterfully recreates the scene, showcasing the chaos and devastation that unfolded on that fateful day. The overturned Clement-Bayard car lies mangled amidst a backdrop of stunned spectators and fellow racers, their faces etched with disbelief. The intensity of this artwork is further heightened by its historical significance. Published in Le Petit Parisien on June 9th, 1907, it serves as a chilling reminder of the dangers faced by early pioneers in motor sport. As one gazes upon this print, they are transported back to an era when safety measures were minimal and risk-taking was paramount. Beyond its artistic merit, this photograph holds immense cultural value as well. It symbolizes France's deep-rooted passion for motor racing while also shedding light on the country's rich sporting heritage. As we contemplate this striking image from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we cannot help but feel both captivated and somber. It serves as a poignant reminder of how tragedy can strike even within our most thrilling pursuits – forever immortalizing Albert Clement-Bayard's untimely demise within the annals of history.
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