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Balloon ascent by Blanchard
Jean-Pierre Blanchards balloon, probably for the planned ascent from the Champ de Mars, Paris, 2 March 1784. A slightly fanciful representation of the balloon, parachute and carriage.
circa 1784
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1780s 1784 Ascent Ballooning Blanchard Champ Fanciful Gondola Mars Parachute Pierre Representation
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "Balloon Ascent by Blanchard" from The Royal Aeronautical Society's archives, available through Media Storehouse. Witness the thrilling moment of Jean-Pierre Blanchard's historic balloon ascent from the Champ de Mars in Paris, March 1784. This captivating image, published by The National Aerospace Library and Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the early days of aviation. Add an air of vintage charm to your home or office with this beautifully detailed and intriguing work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 commemorates the historic balloon ascent by Jean-Pierre Blanchard, which took place on March 2, 1784, at the Champ de Mars in Paris. The image offers a slightly fanciful representation of Blanchard's balloon, with its ornate design and intricately detailed gondola. The carriage, suspended beneath the massive, voluminous balloon, appears ready for takeoff, as the ropes securing it to the ground are released. The inclusion of a parachute in this depiction adds an intriguing twist to the scene. Although the parachute had not yet been invented at the time of this flight, the artist's imagination brings a sense of modern innovation to the image. The parachute, with its delicate, lace-like fabric, is shown attached to the gondola, suggesting a measure of safety and control for the passengers. The transportation of people through the air was an exhilarating novelty during the late 1700s, and Blanchard's balloon ascents were among the most famous of the era. This print serves as a testament to the spirit of adventure and the boundless curiosity that drove men like Blanchard to explore the skies. The Frenchman's pioneering achievements in ballooning paved the way for future advancements in aviation and inspired generations of aeronauts to reach new heights.
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