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Fine Art Print : Ballooning CVS01_01_045
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Ballooning CVS01_01_045
Tales of balloon flight. A hand-coloured engraving of a balloon flying through clouds at sunrise. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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Media ID 12184621
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Balloon Engraving Flight Victorian
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the enchantment of early ballooning with our Fine Art Print of CVS01_01_045 by Historic England Archive. This captivating hand-coloured engraving transports you to a bygone era, as a hot air balloon soars gracefully through the clouds at sunrise. Part of the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides, this print is a beautiful addition to any home or office, evoking tales of adventure and discovery. Bring history to life with this exquisite piece of art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-coloured engraving from the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection takes us on a whimsical journey through the skies of Victorian England. A testament to man's eternal fascination with flight, this print showcases the enchanting world of balloon travel in all its glory. As dawn breaks and paints the heavens with hues of gold and pink, we find ourselves suspended amidst billowing clouds, gently gliding through the air. The intricate details captured by this engraving transport us back to a time when hot air balloons were not just vessels for exploration but also symbols of wonder and adventure. The artist's meticulous craftsmanship brings life to every element of this scene – from the vibrant colors that dance across the sky to the delicate folds of fabric that make up our majestic balloon. It is as if we can feel the cool morning breeze against our skin and hear nothing but silence interrupted only by occasional whispers from fellow adventurers. In an era long before airplanes dominated our skies, this image serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit to conquer new frontiers. It encapsulates both scientific progress and artistic expression, showcasing how even in times gone by, people sought solace in dreams beyond earthly boundaries. Preserved within Historic England Archive, this remarkable piece invites us to marvel at an age where imagination soared alongside these magnificent flying machines. Let it be a window into history - reminding us that sometimes it is in looking upwards that we truly discover what lies within ourselves.
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