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Death of a balloonist in a Montgolfiere-style balloon. 1803 (engraving)
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Death of a balloonist in a Montgolfiere-style balloon. 1803 (engraving)
7233696 Death of a balloonist in a Montgolfiere-style balloon. 1803 (engraving) by Schellenberg, Johann Rudolf (1740-1806); (add.info.: Death of a balloonist in a Montgolfiere-style balloon. The pilot falls from an exploding balloon above a large crowd, 18th century. The balloonist. Der Aerostat. Copperplate engraving by Johan Georg Mansfeld after an original by Johann Rudolf Schellenberg from Johan Kark Musauss Freund Heins Erscheinungen in Holbeins Manier, (Apparitions of Death in the manner of Holbein) Mannheim, 1803.)
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Death of a Balloonist - A Tragic Spectacle in the Skies
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. This engraving, created by Johann Rudolf Schellenberg in 1803, depicts a heart-wrenching scene from the early days of aviation. In this Montgolfiere-style balloon, suspended high above a vast crowd, tragedy strikes as the pilot plummets to his demise. The image captures the sheer terror and chaos that unfolds as the balloon explodes mid-air. The onlookers below are frozen in shock and disbelief, their faces etched with horror. It is an allegory of mortality itself - a reminder that even our most daring endeavors can end abruptly. The symbolism within this artwork is profound. The skeletal figure of Death looms ominously over the fallen pilot, reminding us all of our inevitable fate. This haunting representation serves as a powerful memento mori – urging viewers to contemplate their own mortality and cherish each fleeting moment. Schellenberg's masterful engraving technique brings depth and detail to every element of this composition. The black-and-white palette adds an eerie atmosphere to the already macabre subject matter. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back to an era when human flight was still in its infancy – fraught with danger and uncertainty. It serves as both a historical record and an artistic interpretation of one man's tragic journey into the unknown skies above. Let this mesmerizing image serve as a poignant reminder that life is fragile, yet filled with moments worth pursuing fearlessly – just like those brave souls who dared to take flight amidst uncertain skies centuries ago.
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