Poster Print : Cockings Parachute
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Cockings Parachute
Robert Cockings parachute descent above the Vauxhall Gardens, London. Dropped from Charles Greens Royal Vauxhall the inverted cone failed and Cocking hit the ground fatally
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1837 Cocking Cone Descent Dropped Error Failed Fatal Fatally Inverted Mechanical Parachute Parachutes Plunging Vauxhall Foolhardy
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience history come to life with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring Robert Cockings' fateful parachute descent. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the moment of truth as Cockings attempts to land in Vauxhall Gardens, London, in the late 18th century. The inverted cone of his parachute failed, resulting in a tragic end for the daring aviator. Bring this intriguing piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation with our high-quality, vibrant poster prints. Each print is carefully printed on premium paper to ensure lasting beauty and vivid colors. Order yours today and rediscover the past in stunning detail."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the ill-fated moment of Robert Cockings' parachute descent above the iconic Vauxhall Gardens in London. On July 24, 1837, Charles Green's Royal Vauxhall released Cocking from his inverted cone-shaped contraption, only for it to fail catastrophically mid-flight. The historical photograph freezes the heart-stopping plunge that ultimately proved fatal for Cocking, as he tragically hit the ground due to a mechanical error.
The image serves as a stark reminder of the dangers and foolhardy risks taken by early pioneers in aviation history. Despite advancements in transport technology since this disaster, Cocking's failed parachute remains a cautionary tale of human ambition outstripping practicality.
The black-and-white print exudes an eerie sense of foreboding as it immortalizes a moment when dreams of flight turned into a nightmare. The stark contrast between the serene beauty of Vauxhall Gardens and the plunging figure falling to his demise creates a chilling juxtaposition that is impossible to look away from.
As viewers gaze upon this piece of history captured by Rights Managed photography, they are transported back to a time when innovation came hand-in-hand with perilous consequences. It stands as a poignant reminder that progress often comes at great cost.
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