Cabhorse Slips on Ice
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Cabhorse Slips on Ice
A cab-horse slips on the icy streets of wintry Copenhagen - passers-by, including a policeman and a soldier - cope with the situation while the passengers dismount. Date: 1888
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1888 Cabs Cope Copenhagen Including Passengers Passers Situation Slips Wintry Dismount
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Chilling Scene: Cabhorse Slips on Ice in Wintry Copenhagen, 1888 This evocative photograph captures a moment of unexpected chaos on the wintry streets of Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1888. The icy surface of the street has caught a cab-horse off guard, causing the animal to slip and lose its footing. The passengers in the cab, taken aback by the sudden jolt, quickly dismount, their expressions a mix of surprise and concern. The scene is not without onlookers, as passers-by, including a soldier and a policeman, rush to offer assistance. The soldier, with a determined look on his face, reaches out a hand to steady the horse, while the policeman helps the passengers to their feet. The horse, seemingly unfazed by the incident, stands up, shaking off the ice from its hooves. Despite the cold and the slippery conditions, the people of Copenhagen remain calm and composed, demonstrating their resilience and resourcefulness in the face of adversity. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of a wintry European city over a century ago, where horse-drawn transport remained a common mode of transportation, even in the harshest of weather conditions. This photograph, taken in 1888, is a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and challenges of a bygone era. It also highlights the human spirit's ability to adapt and cope with the unpredictability of nature, making it a timeless and captivating image.
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