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The San Marino car catastrophe, a car with eight people crashes during... (colour litho)
2815256 The San Marino car catastrophe, a car with eight people crashes during... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The car catastrophe in San Marino, a car with eight people crashes during the steep descent that leads to Cattolica. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 23-30 August 1909.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22991376
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The San Marino car catastrophe captures a tragic moment frozen in time. In this vividly colored lithograph, artist Achille Beltrame depicts the heart-wrenching scene of a car accident that unfolded during a steep descent leading to Cattolica in 1909. The image portrays an Italian automobile, its red exterior now mangled and overturned after plunging off the cliff's edge. Eight passengers were onboard when tragedy struck, forever altering their lives. The wreckage serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the unpredictability of fate. Amongst the chaos, we see men and women desperately clinging to hope amidst their despair. A child can be seen falling from the vehicle, adding another layer of tragedy to this already devastating event. The wheels have come undone, symbolizing how quickly life can spiral out of control. Beltrame's illustration for Courier Sunday provides us with a glimpse into one fateful day that shook an entire community. It reminds us of the dangers lurking on our roads and emphasizes the importance of safe transportation practices. This artwork not only captures a historical moment but also serves as a poignant reminder to cherish every precious second we have with our loved ones.
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