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A 55 metre dive (colour litho)
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A 55 metre dive (colour litho)
2807670 A 55 metre dive (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A 55 metre dive. A man diving into the River Seine from the Rouen Transporter Bridge. Un plongeon de cinquante-cinq metres. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 25 August 1901. Signed L Fillol.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22698096
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Amazed Amazement Challenge Crazy Daring Dive Diver Diving Normandy Reckless Rouen Seine Stunt Surprise Surprised Surprises Upper Normandy Emotions Feeling Transporter Bridge
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This black and white lithograph captures a heart-stopping moment in history - a 55-meter dive into the River Seine from the Rouen Transporter Bridge. The image, created by an anonymous French artist in the 20th century, showcases both the daring nature of human beings and their insatiable thirst for adventure. The scene is set against the backdrop of a bustling river, with boats floating peacefully on its surface. A crowd has gathered to witness this audacious stunt, their faces filled with amazement and surprise. The diver stands at the edge of the bridge, ready to take on this death-defying challenge. As he leaps into thin air, time seems to stand still. His body gracefully cuts through space before plunging into the depths below. This act of recklessness leaves spectators in awe as they watch his descent with bated breath. The Rouen Transporter Bridge serves as an impressive architectural structure that adds grandeur to this already astonishing feat. Its towering presence emphasizes both the height from which our daredevil jumps and his determination to conquer fear itself. This artwork not only captures a single moment frozen in time but also evokes a range of emotions within us - excitement, astonishment, even trepidation. It reminds us that sometimes it takes great courage to break free from societal norms and embrace life's thrilling challenges head-on. Through this print, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand an extraordinary act that defies logic and pushes boundaries – reminding us all
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