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Dargnieres Nouvelles, Arthur Rimbaud (1854-91) robbed by a coachman in Vienne
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Dargnieres Nouvelles, Arthur Rimbaud (1854-91) robbed by a coachman in Vienne
CHT217668 Dargnieres Nouvelles, Arthur Rimbaud (1854-91) robbed by a coachman in Vienne, 1876 (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Verlaine, Paul (1844-96); Bibliotheque Litteraire Jacques Doucet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Rimbaud venant de se faire devaliser par un cocher a Vienne; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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Bare Crying French Poet Horse Drawn Robbery Tears Theft Thief Weeping Whip
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This photo print, titled "Dargnieres Nouvelles, Arthur Rimbaud (1854-91) robbed by a coachman in Vienne" captures a moment of vulnerability and despair. Created by Paul Verlaine, this pen and ink drawing depicts the renowned French poet Arthur Rimbaud during an unfortunate incident in 1876. In this scene, we witness Rimbaud's distress as he has just fallen victim to a robbery committed by a heartless coachman in the streets of Vienne. Smoke lingers in the air as tears stream down his face, revealing his raw emotions. The bareness of his surroundings emphasizes his helplessness against the cruel realities of life. A horse-drawn cab stands nearby, serving as both a symbol of transportation and confinement for Rimbaud's stolen belongings. With his pipe clenched between trembling lips, the poet is left shattered by this act of theft that has stripped him not only of material possessions but also his sense of security. Verlaine's meticulous attention to detail brings forth an atmosphere filled with anguish and desperation. The whip held tightly by the thief serves as a reminder of power imbalance while highlighting society's injustices that can befall even esteemed writers like Rimbaud. This poignant image immortalizes not only Rimbaud's personal tragedy but also reflects upon broader themes such as loss, betrayal, and human vulnerability. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of art to capture profound moments from history
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