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Aerostation out at Elbows or The Itinerant Aeronaut, 1786. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
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Aerostation out at Elbows or The Itinerant Aeronaut, 1786. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Aerostation out at Elbows or The Itinerant Aeronaut, 1786. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century... With over two hundred illustrations by George Paston [pseudonym of Emily Morse Symonds], (London, 1905)
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Aeronaut Aeronautics Ballooning Balloonist Beggar Beggars Begging Emily Morse Emily Morse Symonds George Paston Itinerant Paston Ragged Rowlandson Scruffy Staff Symonds Thomas Rowlandson Travelling Worn Aerostation Elbow
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Aerostation out at Elbows or The Itinerant Aeronaut, 1786
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is a captivating print that encapsulates the social satire of the 18th century. Created by Thomas Rowlandson and illustrated in "Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century" this artwork transports us to a time when ballooning was an emerging phenomenon. In this scene, we witness a scruffy and poverty-stricken male figure, an itinerant aeronaut, who embodies both the fascination and struggles associated with early aviation. Dressed in ragged clothing and leaning on his worn staff, he epitomizes the hardships faced by those pursuing unconventional professions during this era. The artist's clever use of satire highlights not only the precariousness of life for these balloonists but also society's perception of their occupation. By depicting him as a beggar, Rowlandson emphasizes how these pioneers were often seen as mere entertainers rather than serious professionals. Through George Paston's illustrations accompanying Emily Morse Symonds' insightful commentary, we are given over two hundred visual representations that shed light on various aspects of British society during this period. This particular print captures both the imagination surrounding aerostation and its harsh realities. As we gaze upon this image from Heritage Images' collection curated by The Print Collector, we are transported back to an era where dreams soared alongside balloons while individuals like our protagonist struggled to make ends meet. It serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and innovation, poverty remained an
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