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The tragic end of two motorists (colour litho)
2783482 The tragic end of two motorists (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tragic end of two motorists. While the ferry-boat that does the service through the Clyde (England), was about to detach from the Renfrew quay, a car with two people on board arrived. The gate was already closed, but the car broke through it and reached the ferry-boat. There, due to an error in maneuvering, the car made a leap forward, demolished the parapet and fell into the water more than ten meters deep. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 14 April 1929.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22704826
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The Tragic End of Two Motorists: A Haunting Image of Loss and Desperation". This photo print, titled "The Tragic End of Two Motorists" depicts a heart-wrenching moment frozen in time. The scene unfolds on the Clyde River in England, where a ferry-boat prepares to depart from Renfrew quay. However, amidst the chaos and urgency, tragedy strikes. In an act of desperation, a car carrying two individuals breaks through the closed gate and races towards the waiting ferry-boat. But fate takes a cruel turn as an error in maneuvering causes the car to lurch forward uncontrollably. With horrifying force, it demolishes the parapet before plunging into the depths of water over ten meters deep. The image captures not only the physical destruction but also conveys immense emotional turmoil. The crashing waves reflect both nature's indifference and humanity's vulnerability when faced with unforeseen circumstances. Beltrame Achille's masterful illustration for Courier Sunday on April 14th, 1929 immortalizes this tragic event that unfolded before witnesses' eyes. It serves as a poignant reminder of how swiftly life can change course and how fragile our existence truly is. As we gaze upon this artwork today, let us remember those lost souls who met their untimely demise on that fateful day. May their story serve as a cautionary tale about recklessness and remind us to cherish every precious moment we have behind the wheel or aboard any mode of transport – for life can be tragically fleeting.
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