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A French village in the Pyrenees buried in the snow, the opening of tunnels to help the inhabitants (colour litho)
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A French village in the Pyrenees buried in the snow, the opening of tunnels to help the inhabitants (colour litho)
2814973 A French village in the Pyrenees buried in the snow, the opening of tunnels to help the inhabitants (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A French village in the Pyrenees buried in the snow, the opening of tunnels to help the inhabitants. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 20 January 1907.); © Look and Learn
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This color lithograph by Achille Beltrame depicts a French village nestled in the Pyrenees, completely buried under a thick blanket of snow. The image showcases the opening of tunnels that were created to aid the trapped inhabitants. Dating back to January 1907, this illustration was originally featured in Courier Sunday. The scene is filled with an air of urgency as men armed with shovels and spades work tirelessly to dig through the frozen terrain. Their determination shines through as they rescue their fellow villagers from being trapped in their homes due to heavy snowfall. The freezing cold weather adds an element of danger and hardship, but it does not deter these brave individuals from helping one another. Beltrame's attention to detail brings out the beauty and harshness of winter in this mountainous region. The snowy landscape stretches far into the distance, creating a sense of isolation for the village. However, amidst this desolation, there is hope as these tunnels provide a lifeline for those who would have otherwise been cut off from civilization. This print serves as a testament to human resilience and community spirit in times of adversity. It reminds us that even when faced with nature's harshest challenges, we can come together and overcome them through unity and support.
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