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Canvas Print : First aerial voyage of Pilatre de Rozier and d Arlandes, Paris, France, 1783 (1890s)
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First aerial voyage of Pilatre de Rozier and d Arlandes, Paris, France, 1783 (1890s)
First aerial voyage of Pilatre de Rozier and d Arlandes, Paris, France, 1783 (1890s). On 21 November 1783, Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-1785) and Francois Laurent d Arlandes (1742-1809) made the first successful manned untethered balloon flight. Flying a hot air balloon designed by the Montgolfier brothers, they took off from the garden of the Chateau de Muette in the Bois de Boulogne, watched by a crowd including King Louis XVI. In a flight lasting 25 minutes, they travelled about 5 1/2 miles and reached a height of 3000 feet. From the series The Dream of Flight. From a private collection
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Aeronautics Ascent Aviation Balloon Ballooning Balloonist Flight Flying Hot Air Balloon Innovation Invention Jacques Etienne Montgolfier Pioneer River Seine Seine Spectators Waving Air Transport Arlandes Darlandes Jean Francois Pilatre De Rozier Pilatre De Rozier Rozier
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Experience the thrill of history with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print of the First Aerial Voyage of Pilatre de Rozier and d Arlandes. This captivating image from Heritage Images transports you back to 1783 Paris, France, where Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier and Francois Laurent d Arlandes embarked on the world's first manned hot air balloon flight. Relive this groundbreaking moment in human history with our premium canvas prints, meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details of this vintage photograph. Add a touch of historical significance to your space and ignite conversations with this stunning piece of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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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This print captures a historic moment in aviation history - the first aerial voyage of Pilatre de Rozier and d Arlandes in Paris, France, in 1783. In this mesmerizing scene from the late 1890s, we witness the birth of human flight as these pioneers ascend into the sky aboard a hot air balloon designed by the Montgolfier brothers. Against a backdrop of picturesque buildings and the flowing waters of River Seine, Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier and Francois Laurent d Arlandes embark on their daring adventure. The crowd below, including King Louis XVI himself, watches with awe and anticipation as they witness this groundbreaking feat unfold before their eyes. In just 25 minutes, Pilatre de Rozier and d Arlandes cover approximately 5 1/2 miles while reaching an impressive height of 3000 feet. This remarkable achievement marks a pivotal moment in human innovation and scientific progress. The image beautifully encapsulates both the excitement and wonder surrounding this significant event. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity, pushing boundaries beyond what was previously thought possible. As we gaze upon this historical photograph today, we are reminded of our relentless pursuit to conquer new frontiers in aviation and continue to dream big for future generations.
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