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F H Butler (Vanity Fair)
FRANK HEDGES BUTLER, noted balloonist, looks down from the hot air balloon basket he is riding in and prepares to speak through his megaphone
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Balloon Balloonist Butler Frank Hailer Hedges Loud Megaphone Noted Prepares S Peak Vanity 1907
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "F H Butler (Vanity Fair)" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of noted balloonist Frank Hedges Butler from the Mary Evans Picture Library. This beautiful print showcases Butler in mid-flight, looking down from his hot air balloon basket, ready to speak through his megaphone. The rich, textured canvas brings out the intricate details of this classic Mary Evans Print Online, transporting you back in time to an era of adventure and exploration. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home decor with this stunning, high-quality canvas print.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Lofty Voice: Frank Hedges Butler, the Noted Balloonist, Communicates with the Ground During His Historic Flight of 1907 In this photograph from the annals of history, Frank Hedges Butler, a renowned balloonist, gazes intently downwards from the basket of his hot air balloon. The year was 1907, and the spirit of adventure was at an all-time high. Butler's determination and courage were about to be put to the test as he prepared for a speech that would reach the ground, a feat that had never been accomplished before. The image, taken by an unidentified photographer for Vanity Fair, depicts Butler in the midst of his daring ascent. He is seen wearing a stylish coat and hat, clutching a megaphone or hailer in his hands. The balloon, filled with hot air, rises majestically behind him, its vibrant colors contrasting sharply with the clear blue sky. The basket, woven from wicker and adorned with intricate designs, appears sturdy and secure, a testament to the engineering prowess of the era. Butler's gaze is focused on the ground below, where a large crowd has gathered to witness this historical moment. His expression is one of intense concentration, as he prepares to speak through the megaphone, his voice set to carry over the vast expanse between the balloon and the earth. The megaphone, a crucial piece of equipment, would enable him to communicate with the ground crew and the spectators below, making this flight not just a journey of physical transport but also a symbolic bridge between the realms of the sky and the earth. This photograph, a fascinating glimpse into the past, stands as a testament to the spirit of innovation and exploration that characterized the early 20th century. Frank Hedges Butler's daring flight, with its unique use of a megaphone, remains an intriguing chapter in the history of aviation.
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