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Budding Paratroopers (Colour Litho)
2778466 Budding Paratroopers (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Budding paratroopers. To imitate the deeds of real aviators, some children from Bolzano built a rudimentary parachute with an old umbrella from which they had removed the handle. Determined to put the project into practice, the bravest of all was thrown from the second floor, attached to the... rain cover. But instead of gently descending, the budding paratrooper found himself almost suddenly on the ground. You know, Mom, said the little one, this time it didn t go well, because I only went down from the second floor; but the next... Mom was quick to lock the door... Illustration for Courier Sunday, 14 June 1936.); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "Budding Paratroopers" by Achille Beltrame takes us back to a whimsical moment in time. The image captures the sheer determination and adventurous spirit of a group of children from Bolzano, Italy. Eager to emulate their aviation heroes, these young daredevils constructed a makeshift parachute using an old umbrella without its handle. Undeterred by the potential risks, the bravest among them volunteered to test their creation. From the second-floor balcony, he was launched into the air with hopes of gently descending like a true paratrooper. However, fate had other plans as gravity took hold and brought him crashing down unexpectedly. In this comical scene frozen in time, we witness both disappointment and resilience on the face of this budding paratrooper. Undeterred by his less-than-successful attempt, he confidently assures his concerned mother that next time will be different - only for her to swiftly lock the door! Beltrame's illustration perfectly captures not only the innocence and curiosity of childhood but also highlights our innate desire to push boundaries and explore new frontiers. This peculiar experiment reminds us that even in failure lies valuable lessons learned. With its vibrant colors and playful composition, this artwork serves as a delightful reminder that sometimes it is through unconventional means that we discover life's most memorable adventures.
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