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A fire in music: during a Pacific crossing, a fire began aboard the ship "
XEE4186834 A fire in music: during a Pacific crossing, a fire began aboard the ship " The City of Honolulu". The master, while the crew prepared the evacuation of the ship, ordered the orchest to go to play on deck so that the passengers could continue dancing. Engraving in " Le Petite Journal illustrious", on 5/11/1922. Private collection. by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: A fire in music: during a Pacific crossing, a fire began aboard the ship " The City of Honolulu". The master, while the crew prepared the evacuation of the ship, ordered the orchest to go to play on deck so that the passengers could continue dancing. Engraving in " Le Petite Journal illustrious", on 5/11/1922. Private collection.); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright
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Arson Indifference Liner Made Various Miscellaneous Facts Outlandish 1920s 20s 20s A Journal
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This print titled "A Fire in Music" captures a dramatic moment during a Pacific crossing aboard the ship "The City of Honolulu". In this historical engraving from 1922, an anonymous artist depicts a fire breaking out on the ship while it sails through the vast ocean. As chaos ensues and crew members prepare for evacuation, an extraordinary decision is made by the master. In an act of unwavering determination to maintain normalcy amidst adversity, the master orders the orchestra to continue playing on deck. The intention behind this unusual command was to ensure that passengers could still find solace and joy in music, even as danger loomed around them. The image portrays a powerful juxtaposition between disaster and leisure. While flames engulf parts of the vessel, dancers can be seen gracefully moving to the rhythm of melodies played by musicians who bravely carry on their performance. This scene evokes both admiration for human resilience and astonishment at such audacious indifference towards imminent peril. This rare engraving from "Le Petite Journal illustrious" offers us a glimpse into life during the 1920s when liners were popular means of transport across oceans. It serves as a reminder that even in times of crisis, art has always found its place in providing comfort and escape from reality. Stefano Bianchetti's skillful rendering brings this remarkable event back to life, preserving it within our collective memory. As we gaze upon this print today, we are reminded not only of past events but also of humanity's ability to find beauty amidst chaos.
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