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Masked robbers raiding a gaming establishment in Russia (colour litho)
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Masked robbers raiding a gaming establishment in Russia (colour litho)
2779244 Masked robbers raiding a gaming establishment in Russia (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Masked robbers raiding a gaming establishment in Russia. Le brigandage en Russie. Une maison de jeu envahie par des bandits masques. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 11 November 1906.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22422868
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Banditry Club Criminals Gamblers Gambling Gaming Lawlessness Masked Masks Robbers Robbery Robbing Tables Theft Thieves
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This print titled "Masked robbers raiding a gaming establishment in Russia" takes us back to the early 20th century, immersing us in a scene of lawlessness and chaos. Created by an anonymous French School artist, this colour lithograph captures the intensity of a daring robbery that unfolded within the walls of a Russian gambling club. The image depicts masked bandits storming into the establishment, their identities concealed behind dark masks. With tables overturned and gamblers frozen in fear, these criminals seize control with calculated precision. The atmosphere is thick with tension as they swiftly execute their plan to steal from both the unsuspecting patrons and the house itself. Published as an illustration for Le Petit Journal on November 11th, 1906, this artwork provides a glimpse into an era marked by rampant crime and audacious heists. It serves as a reminder of how criminal activities can infiltrate even seemingly secure spaces like gaming establishments. Through its intricate details and vibrant colors, this lithograph transports viewers to another time and place—Russia during an age when robberies were not uncommon occurrences. As we observe this chaotic scene unfold before our eyes, we are left pondering the motives behind such acts of theft while appreciating the artistic skill that brings history alive through visual storytelling. Image credit: Bridgeman Images via Fine Art Finder
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