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The Perils of Steam-Coaches. English cartoon showing an explosion caused by a steam carriage, 19th century
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The Perils of Steam-Coaches. English cartoon showing an explosion caused by a steam carriage, 19th century
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The Perils of Steam-Coaches. English cartoon showing an explosion caused by a steam carriage, 19th century
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The Perils of Steam-Coaches - A Glimpse into the 19th Century's Transportation Revolution
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. This 19th-century cartoon print, titled "The Perils of Steam-Coaches" offers a fascinating insight into the early days of transportation and the risks associated with technological advancements. The image depicts an English road scene, bustling with horse-drawn carriages, men on foot, and even a hot air balloon floating in the background. However, it is the steam carriage at the center of attention that steals the show. With billowing smoke and intense heat emanating from its engine, this contraption represents both progress and danger. In a moment frozen in time by this engraving, we witness an explosion caused by this very steam-powered vehicle. The artist skillfully captures not only the chaos resulting from such an incident but also society's apprehension towards these new modes of travel. The inclusion of text within the cartoon emphasizes this sentiment further. In contrast to traditional methods like horse-drawn carriages or kites soaring above, steam-coaches represented a leap forward in transportation technology during their era. However, as depicted here, they were not without their hazards. Granger Art on Demand brings us yet another remarkable piece from history that encourages reflection on how far we have come since then while reminding us that every innovation carries its own set of perils.
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