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The American Bacchanalia (Colour Litho)
2778213 The American Bacchanalia (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The American bacchanalia. When the law forbidding alcoholic beverages fell, Americans made up on the long period of abstinence with a night of unbridled joy. In all the gatherings and in all the houses, the American was finally able to drink without limits... In one of the thousand episodes of the Great Bacchanalia, in New York, a young lady played Bacchus on top of a gigantic bottle of sparkling wine, while the guests toasted at the end of the drought. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 17 December 1933.); © Look and Learn
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The American Bacchanalia - A Night of Unbridled Joy
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. This photo print, titled "The American Bacchanalia" captures a momentous occasion in American history. The image depicts the end of the era of prohibition, when the law forbidding alcoholic beverages was finally lifted. Americans celebrated this newfound freedom with an exuberant night filled with unbridled joy. In this particular scene, set in New York during the Jazz Age, a young lady takes on the role of Bacchus atop a gigantic bottle of sparkling wine. Surrounding her are guests who raise their glasses in celebration and toast to the end of their long period of abstinence. The atmosphere is electric as men and women dance energetically amidst streamers and garlands that adorn the room. The air is filled with laughter and cheers as everyone revels in being able to drink without limits once again. This image beautifully encapsulates both the excitement and relief felt by Americans after years of prohibition. It symbolizes a turning point in history when people could freely enjoy alcohol once more. The grandeur and scale depicted here highlight just how significant this event was for society at large. "The American Bacchanalia" serves as a reminder not only of America's past struggles with alcohol but also its ability to come together and celebrate moments that bring joy to its citizens.
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