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A deranged man who was shooting in the galleries of the Louvre in Paris suddenly... (colour litho)
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A deranged man who was shooting in the galleries of the Louvre in Paris suddenly... (colour litho)
2783621 A deranged man who was shooting in the galleries of the Louvre in Paris suddenly... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A deranged man who was shooting in the Louvre galleries in Paris suddenly stabbed L Angelus, the famous canvas by G F Millet. The custodians and those present immediately faced the energetic, succeeding, after intense struggle, to prevent the irreparable ruin of the famous painting, which could instead be restored. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 28 August 1932.); © Look and Learn
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The captivating print titled "A deranged man who was shooting in the galleries of the Louvre in Paris suddenly. . " by Achille Beltrame depicts a dramatic and chaotic scene that unfolded within the prestigious walls of the Louvre. In this intense moment, a disturbed individual unleashed his madness upon one of art's most treasured masterpieces, G F Millet's renowned canvas, L'Angelus. As chaos ensued, custodians and brave onlookers swiftly intervened to protect this priceless artwork from irreparable damage. The image captures the sheer determination and courage exhibited by these individuals as they grappled with the assailant. Their collective efforts ultimately prevented the ruinous fate that awaited L'Angelus. This powerful illustration originally appeared in Courier Sunday on August 28th, 1932. It serves as a testament to both human resilience and our unwavering commitment to preserving artistic heritage. Despite facing an unthinkable act of vandalism, those present demonstrated their unwavering dedication to safeguarding cultural treasures for future generations. Beltrame's skillful portrayal transports viewers into this gripping moment where art collided with madness. Through his vivid colors and meticulous attention to detail, he brings forth not only a visual spectacle but also prompts reflection on society's responsibility towards protecting our shared artistic legacy. This photograph is a poignant reminder of how even amidst chaos and destruction, humanity can rise above adversity to preserve what truly matters – our collective history and culture encapsulated within works of art like L'Angelus at the Louvre in Paris.
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