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The Zeppelins Fall, 1915 (litho)
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The Zeppelins Fall, 1915 (litho)
STC407193 The Zeppelins Fall, 1915 (litho) by Matignon, Albert (1869-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: the immense airship, bombed and set alight by the pilot Warneford from the British Royal Marines, falls towards Ghent; Reginald Alexander John Warneford (1891-1915); ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22921812
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bombed Chaos Chaotic Descending Falling Flame Swirling 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Flames Great War
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The Zeppelins Fall, 1915 - A Glimpse into the Chaotic Skies of World War I
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. This lithograph by Albert Matignon, titled "The Zeppelins Fall, 1915" offers a haunting depiction of a pivotal moment during the Great War. The image captures the immense airship plummeting towards Ghent, engulfed in flames and chaos. In this dramatic scene, we witness the consequences of British Royal Marines pilot Reginald Alexander John Warneford's daring act. Having successfully bombed and set ablaze the zeppelin from above, he sends it spiraling downwards in a mesmerizing descent. The artist skillfully portrays the swirling smoke and fire that envelops both sky and aircraft alike. The intensity of the flames contrasts with the darkened cityscape below as panic ensues on land while witnessing this aerial spectacle. As we delve into this historical artwork, we are transported back to an era defined by warfare innovation and destruction. It serves as a poignant reminder of how technological advancements shaped World War I's landscape. "The Zeppelins Fall" encapsulates not only one man's heroic feat but also symbolizes humanity's resilience amidst chaos. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to reflect upon those tumultuous times when nations clashed in unprecedented ways. Through Matignon's masterful engraving technique, we are granted access to an extraordinary moment frozen in time – forever reminding us of our shared history and its enduring impact on our
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