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A man has fallen through ice into a river: he is clutching at the leg of his companion in an attempt to rescue himself. Etching.
Wellcome Collection

A man has fallen through ice into a river: he is clutching at the leg of his companion in an attempt to rescue himself. Etching.

1805

CC0 — Public Domain
Wellcome Collection

Lettering: Elements of skateing. Making the most of a passing friend, in a case of emergency.

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