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Traffic Trouble in 50, 19th century. Artist: Eugene Louis Lami
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Traffic Trouble in 50, 19th century. Artist: Eugene Louis Lami
Traffic Trouble in 50, 19th century. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXIII, edited by C. Reginald Grundy. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1929]
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Traffic Trouble in 50,19th century
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is a captivating snapshot of the chaotic city streets during rush hour. Painted by Eugene Louis Lami, this vibrant print captures the essence of transportation challenges faced in the bustling metropolis. The scene unfolds on a sunny day as horses and horse-drawn vehicles jostle for space on the crowded avenue. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable; every element contributes to the sense of pandemonium. A red omnibus struggles to navigate through the sea of carriages, while a stagecoach narrowly avoids colliding with a hand cart. Amidst this commotion, street lamps illuminate the scene, casting long shadows across the road. Lami's composition skillfully conveys both movement and stillness simultaneously. The horses' powerful strides are frozen mid-gallop, their muscles taut with exertion. Meanwhile, pedestrians scurry along sidewalks or pause momentarily to witness this spectacle unfold before them. This print not only showcases an incident but also serves as a reflection of society at that time - where progress clashed with tradition and urbanization brought about new challenges for transportation systems. It provides us with valuable insight into how our ancestors navigated these busy streets over a century ago. As we gaze upon "Traffic Trouble in 50" we are transported back to an era when horsepower ruled supreme and traffic jams were just as frustrating then as they are now. This historical gem reminds us that despite technological advancements over time, some aspects of city life remain
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