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Droschkenkutscher / Cab Driver (colour litho)
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Droschkenkutscher / Cab Driver (colour litho)
8666303 Droschkenkutscher / Cab Driver (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Droschkenkutscher. Die Droschken, in Osterreich Fiaker, sind heute vom Auto fast vollig verdrangt. Vor einem Menschenalter waren sie das vorherrschende Mietfuhrwerk, unterschieden in Droschken 1 und 2 Gute. Die 1 Gute Glich den feinen Privatwagen wie Chaise und Landauer. Seit 1893 verbreitete sich die Droschke mit Taxameter-Uhr, die eine genaue Preistaxe ermoglicht. Translation: Cab Driver. The cabs, in Austria fiakers, have been almost entirely replaced by cars today. A generation ago they were the predominant rental vehicle, divided into cabs 1 and 2 good. The 1 Good Like the fine private cars like chaises and landau. Since 1893, the droshky with a taximeter watch, which enables an exact price estimate, has become widespread. Illustration for Deutsche Kulturbilder, 1400-1900 (Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Hamburg-Bahrenfeld, 1934).); © Look and Learn
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This lithograph captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing the traditional cab drivers known as Droschkenkutscher in Germany. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring to life the hustle and bustle of the streets where these iconic vehicles once ruled the roads.
In Austria, these cabs were called fiakers and were a common sight on the streets before being replaced by modern automobiles. Divided into categories based on quality, with 1 Good resembling luxurious private carriages like chaises and landau, these cabs provided essential transportation for city dwellers.
The introduction of taximeter watches in 1893 revolutionized the cab industry, allowing for precise pricing estimates and making transportation more accessible to all. This lithograph serves as a visual reminder of how technology has transformed our daily lives over time.
As we gaze upon this historical image, we are transported back in time to an era when horse-drawn cabs were king. The attention to detail in this artwork is truly remarkable, capturing not just a mode of transportation but also a piece of cultural history that has since faded into memory.
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