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The dramas of life, a young lady who throws herself from a transatlantic liner with her child and drowns them both (colour litho)
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The dramas of life, a young lady who throws herself from a transatlantic liner with her child and drowns them both (colour litho)
2815463 The dramas of life, a young lady who throws herself from a transatlantic liner with her child and drowns them both (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dramas of life, young lady who throws herself off a transatlantic liner with one of her children and both drowns. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 6-13 August 1911.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23143776
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This and haunting print titled "The dramas of life" depicts a tragic scene that evokes deep emotions. The image portrays a young lady who, overcome by despair or desperation, throws herself from a transatlantic liner into the vast ocean depths below. Heartbreakingly, she clings to her innocent child as they both meet their untimely demise. The artist Achille Beltrame masterfully captures the intensity and drama of this moment through his skillful use of color lithography. The vibrant hues bring to life the chaos and turmoil surrounding this devastating event. In the background, we see a crowd of onlookers aboard other ships and tugboats, helplessly watching as this tragedy unfolds before their eyes. Their expressions reveal shock, horror, and disbelief at witnessing such an unimaginable act. As waves crash around them, creating an atmosphere of turbulence and danger, one cannot help but feel overwhelmed by the sheer power of nature juxtaposed with the fragility of human existence. Beltrame's illustration originally appeared in Courier Sunday in August 1911. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst luxury liners crossing vast oceans, life's tragedies can strike unexpectedly. This artwork invites contemplation on themes such as mental health struggles or societal pressures faced by women during that era. "The dramas of life" is not just a mere depiction; it is an emotional journey that forces us to reflect on our own vulnerabilities while reminding us to cherish every precious moment we have with loved ones.
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