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An ingenious hero, alone the numerous prisoners, letting them believe that they are being followed by entire companies (colour litho)
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An ingenious hero, alone the numerous prisoners, letting them believe that they are being followed by entire companies (colour litho)
2777571 An ingenious hero, alone the numerous prisoners, letting them believe that they are being followed by entire companies (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An ingenious hero, alone the numerous prisoners letting them believe that they are being followed by entire companies. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 13-20 August 1916.); © Look and Learn
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The captivating print titled "An ingenious hero, alone the numerous prisoners, letting them believe that they are being followed by entire companies" depicts a remarkable scene of bravery and deception during World War One. Created by the talented illustrator Achille Beltrame, this colour lithograph showcases a heroic soldier outsmarting his enemies. In the image, we see an Italian soldier standing amidst a group of captured Austrian prisoners. With his hands up in surrender and unarmed, he cleverly uses tools such as spades and shovels to create the illusion that they are being pursued by a large company of soldiers. The expression on the faces of the prisoners reveals their fear and confusion as they believe themselves to be surrounded. Beltrame's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this artwork. From the rugged mountainous terrain to the tense atmosphere created by bayonets and rifles pointed towards each other, it captures both the physicality and psychological intensity of warfare. This powerful illustration originally appeared in Courier Sunday in August 1916, serving as a testament to courage under fire during one of history's most challenging periods. It reminds us that even when outnumbered or facing overwhelming odds, ingenuity can prevail over adversity. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking piece from Beltrame's collection held in private ownership but made available through Fine Art Finder via Bridgeman Images, we are reminded not only of our shared human history but also how art can immortalize acts of heroism for generations to come.
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