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Killed by a Falling Bell
A bell-ringer at Frisbourg (Switzerland) finds the bells toll for him.... Date: 1909
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Media ID 14294058
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Accidents Bell Bells Falling Finds Killed Personal Ringer Shock Surprise Toll
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the intrigue and history captured in this captivating image from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the moment of fate as a bell-ringer at Frisbourg, Switzerland, meets an unexpected end beneath a falling bell in this vintage photograph from 1909. This evocative print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, adds a unique touch to any space with its rich history and intriguing story. Bring the past into your present with this beautiful, rights-managed photograph from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Killed by a Falling Bell: A Tragic Accident at Frisbourg, Switzerland, 1909 This poignant photograph captures the moment of shock and sorrow as a bell-ringer at the historic Frisbourg Cathedral in Switzerland discovers that the bells have tolled for him. The date was 1909, and the cause of this unexpected funeral toll was a tragic accident. The bell-ringer, whose identity remains unknown, had been faithfully performing his duties, ringing the bells for various occasions, including weddings and other celebrations. However, on this fateful day, as he pulled the ropes to summon the bells to mark a wedding, one of them unexpectedly fell, striking him fatally. The image shows the bell-ringer's colleagues and onlookers gathered around him in disbelief and shock. The expression on the faces of those present conveys a sense of loss and sadness, as they come to terms with the reality of the situation. The fallen bell lies ominously in the foreground, a stark reminder of the accident that has taken place. Despite the tragic circumstances, the bells continued to toll, marking the end of one life and the beginning of another. The wedding ceremony would go on, but with a solemn and somber tone, as the community came together to mourn the loss of their beloved bell-ringer. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the unexpected twists and turns that can occur in even the most ordinary of circumstances. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of coming together in times of grief and loss.
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