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The cow and the airplane, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre
XIR346382 The cow and the airplane, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 25th September 1910 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: la vache et l aeroplane; aeroplane; United States; America; Etats-Unis; Etats Unis; ); French, out of copyright
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The Cow and the Airplane - A Whimsical Encounter in 1910
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. In this illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, we are transported back to a time when aviation was still an awe-inspiring novelty. The scene unfolds in the idyllic countryside of early 20th century America, where a male aviator takes flight in his remarkable flying machine. However, what truly steals the show is the unexpected presence of a cow grazing peacefully in a nearby field. As the airplane descends towards its landing, it seems that both pilot and bovine have found themselves face-to-face in an unlikely encounter. The contrasting expressions on their faces tell a comical tale - while the aviator appears confident and exhilarated by his airborne adventure, our gentle farm-dweller is clearly taken aback by this strange contraption invading her tranquil surroundings. With wide eyes and raised ears, she gazes up at the sky with equal parts curiosity and trepidation. This delightful image captures not only the marvels of early aviation but also highlights humanity's ongoing fascination with nature's wonders. It serves as a reminder that even amidst technological progress, there will always be moments of unexpected encounters between man-made creations and creatures of our natural world. Let us cherish this charming snapshot from history as it brings together two worlds that rarely intersected – one soaring through skies filled with dreams and aspirations; another rooted firmly on earth's fertile soil.
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