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Ballooning CVS01_01_019
Tales of balloon flight. A smartly dressed group has gathered to pose for a photograph with a near-inflated balloon. Cecil Shadbolt is pictured standing third from the right, wearing a bowler hat. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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Media ID 12184335
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Aircraft Balloon Flight Victorian
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Ballooning CVS01_01_019 print from Historic England Archive, now available in the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This charming vintage photograph transports you back in time, as a smartly dressed group gathers to pose before a near-inflated hot air balloon. Among the stylish onlookers, Cecil Shadbolt, wearing a bowler hat, stands third from the right. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office with this beautifully framed, museum-quality print. Experience the thrill of balloon flight through the eyes of those who witnessed it firsthand.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Ballooning CVS01_01_019" offers a glimpse into the enchanting world of balloon flight during the Victorian era. The image showcases a group of elegantly attired individuals who have gathered together to immortalize their adventurous spirit. Positioned in front of a partially inflated balloon, they exude an air of anticipation and excitement. Amongst this dapper assembly stands Cecil Shadbolt, easily identifiable by his distinguished bowler hat, proudly positioned third from the right. Each person's attire reflects the refined fashion sensibilities of the time, further enhancing the allure and charm captured within this photograph. The image is part of the esteemed Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection, comprising lantern slides dating back to 1882-1892. It serves as a testament to Shadbolt's passion for documenting historical moments that shaped our understanding of flight and aircraft development during this period. Through this remarkable visual artifact preserved by Historic England Archive, we are transported back in time to witness humanity's fascination with conquering the skies through hot air ballooning. This particular snapshot encapsulates not only an era but also captures our collective desire for exploration and adventure. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing scene frozen in time, it invites us to reflect on how far we have come in aviation history while reminding us never to lose sight of our innate curiosity and yearning for discovery.
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