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A New Kind of Pawn (Colour Litho)
2778218 A New Kind of Pawn (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of pawn. Traveling by car through a forest in South Africa, a tourist ran over a hippo that suddenly appeared. Frightened by the crackling and mysterious investor and bruised by the unexpected impact, the pachyderm lent no other resistance than that of its own weight and escaped staggering, but leaving the car... more bruised than him. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 31 December 1933.); © Look and Learn
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A New Kind of Pawn
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is a captivating print that tells a thrilling story set in the heart of South Africa's lush forests. In this dramatic scene, we witness the aftermath of an unexpected encounter between a tourist's car and a formidable hippopotamus. As the tourist drove through the forest, unaware of what lay ahead, fate took an alarming turn. Suddenly, a massive hippo emerged from the shadows, causing panic and chaos. The crackling sound of breaking branches filled the air as the car collided with this majestic creature. Despite its immense power and anger, the wounded hippo chose not to retaliate further than using its sheer weight against its assailant. With staggering steps, it managed to escape into the depths of the jungle while leaving behind a bruised vehicle and bewildered passengers. This extraordinary illustration originally appeared in Courier Sunday on December 31st, 1933. It serves as a reminder that even in nature's most serene landscapes, danger can lurk around every corner. The image captures both fear and awe-inspiring beauty simultaneously - showcasing South Africa's diverse wildlife and highlighting our vulnerability when faced with untamed creatures. "A New Kind of Pawn" transports us to that moment where man meets beast in an unforgettable clash within nature's realm.
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