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A dramatic clash with a sea tiger (colour litho)
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A dramatic clash with a sea tiger (colour litho)
2809300 A dramatic clash with a sea tiger (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A dramatic fight with a sea tiger. Between Scylla and Bagnara, some fishermen engaged in a fierce fight with a huge shark, which they had hit with a spear. Only after eight hours, it was possible to capture the sea monster, which weighed 12 quintals. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 1 June 1924.); © Look and Learn
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A Dramatic Clash with a Sea Tiger
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is a captivating print that captures the intensity of an epic battle between fearless fishermen and a monstrous shark. The artwork, created by Achille Beltrame in 1924, showcases the bravery and determination of these Italian seafarers as they engage in a fierce fight for survival. Set against the backdrop of Scylla and Bagnara, two coastal towns in Italy, this gripping scene unfolds on the deck of a fishing boat. With jaws wide open and teeth gleaming menacingly, the sea tiger lunges towards its attackers who valiantly fend off its ferocious advances. Armed with spears and oars, these courageous fishermen refuse to back down despite facing imminent danger. For eight grueling hours, this life-and-death struggle ensues until finally, through sheer perseverance and skillful teamwork, they manage to capture their formidable foe. Weighing an astonishing 12 quintals (approximately 1.2 tons), this sea monster becomes their hard-earned trophy. Beltrame's illustration was originally featured in Courier Sunday on June 1st, 1924 - capturing the attention of readers worldwide with its thrilling depiction of human resilience pitted against nature's mightiest predator. This remarkable artwork serves as a testament to humanity's unwavering spirit when faced with adversity. It reminds us that even in our most vulnerable moments at sea or elsewhere - we have within us the strength to confront any challenge head-on and emerge victorious.
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