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Due to the food crisis, several tumultuous scenes have taken place in many French cities against... (colour litho)
2808826 Due to the food crisis, several tumultuous scenes have taken place in many French cities against... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Due to the food crisis, several tumultuous scenes have taken place in many French cities against edible retailers. In the Halles, the huge emporiums of the Parisian womb, took place, albeit behind closed gates, direct sales between producers and consumers, with the absolute suppression of intermediaries. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 31 August-7 September 1919.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25500892
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
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This photo print, titled "Due to the food crisis, several tumultuous scenes have taken place in many French cities against. . " by Achille Beltrame, offers a glimpse into the chaos and unrest that prevailed during a period of food scarcity in France. The image depicts a scene of protest and agitation in one of the bustling streets of Paris. Amidst the backdrop of Les Halles, the renowned Parisian marketplace, we witness an extraordinary sight: direct sales between producers and consumers behind closed gates. In an effort to combat skyrocketing prices and alleviate starvation, intermediaries were completely eliminated from this unique exchange. The desperation for sustenance is palpable as men, women, and children stand patiently in long queues outside bars and cafes that now serve as makeshift points of distribution. The composition captures both motion and stillness simultaneously. Blurred figures convey a sense of urgency while others appear frozen in time - their expressions revealing hunger mixed with determination. Bars on windows symbolize protection sought by those within these establishments who are entrusted with safeguarding precious supplies. Beltrame's illustration serves as a powerful reminder not only of the dire circumstances faced by ordinary citizens but also their resilience amidst adversity. It encapsulates the collective struggle for survival during this harrowing chapter in French history. As we gaze upon this vivid lithograph from 1919, it prompts us to reflect on how far we have come since then while acknowledging that challenges surrounding access to food continue to persist today across different parts of our world.
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