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A beautiful American lady, who was at the toilets on the California coast, was wrapped... (colour litho)
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A beautiful American lady, who was at the toilets on the California coast, was wrapped... (colour litho)
2783749 A beautiful American lady, who was at the toilets on the California coast, was wrapped... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A beautiful American lady, who was at the toilets on the California coast, was suddenly enveloped by the huge tentacles of a colossal sea monster. Some bathers flocked, but another slimy arm of the monster clung to the nearest rescuer. The adventure - narrated by American newspapers - would have ended tragically, if a young man armed with a knife had not launched himself on the horrible beast by hitting it in the vital points. Shortly after, the tentacles would sag... Illustration for Courier Sunday, 21 November 1937.); © Look and Learn
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A dramatic moment unfolds on the California coast as a beautiful American lady finds herself in a perilous situation. While at the toilets, she is suddenly ensnared by the massive tentacles of a colossal sea monster. Bathers rush to her aid, but one brave rescuer also falls victim to the slimy grip of the creature. The newspapers recount this harrowing adventure that would have ended tragically if not for a young man armed with a knife. With swift precision, he launches himself onto the horrible beast, striking its vital points and causing its tentacles to weaken. The tension builds as onlookers watch in awe and fear. Illustrated by Achille Beltrame in 1937 for Courier Sunday, this image captures both danger and heroism. The waves crash against the shore as chaos ensues amidst cries for help and desperate attempts at rescue. In this scene from nature's theater, we witness bravery triumph over tragedy. The woman is saved from certain doom thanks to the courageous actions of those around her. This artwork serves as a reminder of our vulnerability in nature's domain and highlights humanity's capacity for selfless acts even in moments of great peril.
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