21 voorstellingen van verschillende voertuigen 1847

This lithograph of twenty-one images of various vehicles was created by Victor Adam in the early to mid-19th century. The print depicts the diversity of carriages in France, from luxurious coaches to rudimentary carts, offering a window into the social stratification of the time. Adam, who lived through a period of significant social change after the French Revolution, captures the vehicles as more than mere transportation. They are symbols of identity and status, reflecting the complex interplay between class and mobility. Consider how the opulence of a horse-drawn carriage contrasts with the simplicity of a hand-drawn cart, each telling a story of its owner's position in society. What do you think these vehicles tell us about who had the privilege to move and how? This collection offers an opportunity to reflect on how transportation has historically been shaped by social and economic forces. It serves as a reminder that even everyday objects can reveal deeper narratives about power, identity, and social change.