France: car broken down on the low side of a road, 1895

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France: car broken down on the low side of a road, 1895

LUX4776913 France: car broken down on the low side of a road, 1895; (add.info.: France: car broken down on the low side of a road, 1895); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Media ID 38430428

© Photo © Lux-in-Fine / Bridgeman Images

Automobiles Automotive Car Vehicle Cars Outage Vehicle Vehicles

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1895 captures a scene in France that speaks volumes about the challenges of early automobile travel. The image shows a car broken down on the low side of a road, with a woman standing nearby looking concerned. The vintage vehicle is a stark reminder of how far transportation technology has come since then. The black and white composition conveys a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when cars were still a novelty on the roads. The woman's presence adds a human element to the scene, highlighting the frustration and inconvenience that can come with unexpected car troubles. Despite the setback, there is an air of resilience in this photograph. The woman's determined expression suggests that she is not easily deterred by obstacles along her journey. This timeless quality makes this image relatable even to modern viewers who have experienced their fair share of roadside mishaps. Overall, this print serves as both a historical document and an artistic representation of perseverance in the face of adversity. It invites us to reflect on how far we've come in terms of transportation technology while also reminding us that some things, like human determination, remain constant throughout time.

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