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A touching gesture (colour litho)
2779559 A touching gesture (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A touching gesture. Passers by throwing flowers into a sinkhole on Rue Tourlaque in Paris into which a woman fell to her death. Un geste touchant. Les passants jettent des fleurs dans le trou de la rue Tourlaque ou une malheureuse femme est ensevelie. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 14 November 1909.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22995102
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Accident Climbing Collapsed Fire Brigade Firefighters Firemen Ladder Subsidence Throwing Tribute Accidents Sinkhole
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the timeless beauty of fine art with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints featuring "A Touching Gesture" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This evocative color lithograph, hailing from the French School of the 20th century, captures a heartfelt moment in a private collection. Bring the warmth and emotion of this touching gesture into your home or office space, and let the art of the past inspire and uplift you every day.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Touching Gesture - Mourning and Solidarity in the Streets of Paris
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. This photo print, titled "A Touching Gesture" captures a poignant moment in history that unfolded on Rue Tourlaque in Paris during the early 20th century. The image depicts a tragic incident where a woman met her untimely demise by falling into a sinkhole. In response to this heartbreaking accident, passersby are seen throwing flowers into the deep chasm as an act of tribute and mourning. The photograph showcases the unity and compassion of the French community during times of adversity. Firefighters can be observed alongside children, climbing ladders to reach the edge of the sinkhole while offering their condolences with delicate blossoms. This touching scene not only highlights human empathy but also emphasizes how even young hearts understand grief. Published as an illustration for Le Petit Journal on November 14,1909, this artwork immortalizes both tragedy and resilience within French culture. It serves as a reminder that amidst life's unexpected challenges, communities come together to support one another. Through this evocative composition captured by an anonymous French School artist from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we witness how gestures can transcend language barriers and convey profound emotions. This photograph is not just about death or accidents; it symbolizes hope rising from despair and reminds us all of our shared humanity.
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