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Het Jaar 1804!!!, published 1794 (hand-coloured engraving)
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Het Jaar 1804!!!, published 1794 (hand-coloured engraving)
1219500 Het Jaar 1804!!!, published 1794 (hand-coloured engraving) by Dutch School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Year 1804!!!); The Stapleton Collection; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23085568
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Aeronautics Aeronauts Air Travel Crying Future Gondola Hot Air Balloon Hysteria Lawyers Office Telescope Thermometer Umbrella
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This hand-coloured engraving titled "Het Jaar 1804!!!" is a fascinating glimpse into the Dutch School's interpretation of the future in the late 18th century. Published in 1794, this print showcases a whimsical and satirical depiction of what life might look like in the year 1804. The image is filled with intriguing details that invite closer inspection. In the foreground, we see men and women dressed in elaborate attire, seemingly engaged in various activities. A dog accompanies them as they gather around an office-like setting where a group of aeronauts are preparing for air travel. Hovering above them is a gondola-shaped hot air balloon, hinting at advancements in aviation technology. The inclusion of telescopes suggests an interest in exploration and discovery beyond Earth's atmosphere. Notably, amidst all these futuristic elements, there are scenes depicting crying children and individuals writing wills alongside lawyers. This juxtaposition highlights both excitement for progress but also anxiety about its consequences. Overall, this engraving offers us an imaginative vision of what people from the past believed our present would be like. It serves as a reminder that throughout history, humans have always been fascinated by possibilities yet apprehensive about change.
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