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Book cover design, The Cloud King
Book cover design, The Cloud King: or up in the air & down in the sea, by W Stephens Hayward, London: Darton and Hodge, 1866. Showing a balloon attached to a whale.
1866
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1866 Attached Cloud Darton Hayward Hodge Stephens Whale Aeronautics
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of 19th-century aeronautics with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This enchanting image, titled "The Cloud King" by W. Stephens Hayward, published by Darton and Hodge in 1866, showcases the extraordinary fusion of hot air ballooning and marine life. The Royal Aeronautical Society and Mary Evans Prints Online bring you this mesmerizing book cover design, where a balloon gracefully floats above a majestic whale, inviting you to explore the boundless possibilities of the skies and the depths of the sea. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and let the magic of the past inspire your imagination.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
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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The Cloud King: Or Up in the Air & Down in the Sea" is an intriguing and imaginative book cover design from the Victorian era, published by Darton and Hodge in London in 1866. The captivating illustration on the cover, created by W. Stephens Hayward, depicts a hot air balloon gracefully attached to a majestic blue whale. The whale's massive body is submerged in the water, while its head and upper back rise above the surface, providing a stable platform for the balloon to tether. This striking image embodies the spirit of adventure and innovation that characterized the 1860s, a time when both aeronautics and marine exploration were capturing the public's imagination. The use of gold accents and intricate details adds an air of grandeur and importance to the scene, making it a true work of art. The juxtaposition of the balloon and the whale is a testament to the boundless possibilities of human ingenuity and the natural world. It is a reminder that, even in the most unlikely of circumstances, we can find ways to explore new heights and depths. The Cloud King invites us to dream, to imagine, and to venture beyond the ordinary. This beautiful and thought-provoking book cover design is a treasure from the National Aerospace Library at The Royal Aeronautical Society, and is now available to view and download through Mary Evans Prints Online. It is a must-see for anyone with an interest in the history of aeronautics, travel, and design, and is sure to inspire and delight.
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