The Accident 1893

"The Accident" (1893) by Félix Edouard Vallotton depicts a dramatic scene of a horse-drawn carriage accident. The black and white woodcut, rendered in stark contrast, showcases Vallotton's masterful use of line and form. The figures are simplified, almost silhouette-like, highlighting the chaos and immediacy of the event. The composition, with its focus on the fallen victim and the startled onlookers, captures the raw emotion of the moment. "The Accident" is a prime example of Vallotton's exploration of urban life and its anxieties, a recurring theme in his work.