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Car with a pedestrian equivalent of a cow catcher (chromolitho)
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Car with a pedestrian equivalent of a cow catcher (chromolitho)
669407 Car with a pedestrian equivalent of a cow catcher (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Car with a pedestrian equivalent of a cow catcher. Au Bon Marche card.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22612972
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Accident Automobiles Cars Chauffeur Driver Driving Motoring Pedestrian Accidents Road Safety
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This chromolitho print from the 19th century showcases a unique and somewhat whimsical concept in transportation. The image features a car equipped with a pedestrian equivalent of a cow catcher, an intriguing safety measure that was perhaps ahead of its time. The French School artist behind this artwork ingeniously combines elements of road safety and motoring in one frame. The car, driven by a chauffeur, takes center stage as it travels through the streets of France. Its front end is adorned with an innovative contraption resembling the cow catchers commonly found on trains during that era. The purpose of this peculiar addition becomes clear upon closer inspection - it serves to protect pedestrians from potential accidents caused by reckless driving or unforeseen circumstances. This inventive solution demonstrates the importance placed on passenger transportation and ensuring their safety even back then. As we delve into this historical piece, we are reminded not only of France's rich culture but also its contributions to European advancements in automobile technology. This artwork offers us a glimpse into an era where automobiles were still relatively new and evolving rapidly. With its vibrant colors and attention to detail, this chromolitho print captures both our imagination and curiosity about how societies have continuously strived for safer means of transport throughout history.
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