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PICCARDs 1931 ASCENT -2
Swiss scientist Auguste Piccard, with colleague Kipfer, reaches record altitude of 16, 201m, ascending from Augsburg and coming down in the Austrian Alps Date: 27 May 1931
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1931 Alps Altitude Ascending Ascent Augsburg Auguste Austrian Balloon Colleague Coming Piccard Reaches Record Scientist Swiss
12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience the thrill of history with our Framed Print of "PICCARDs 1931 ASCENT -2" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning framed print captures the moment Swiss scientist Auguste Piccard and his colleague Kipfer reached a record-breaking altitude of 16,201 meters in 1931. Ascending from Augsburg and descending in the Austrian Alps, Piccard's groundbreaking achievement marked a significant milestone in aviation history. Add this inspiring piece to your home or office decor and be reminded of human courage and determination every day. Each framed print is carefully crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a beautiful and long-lasting display. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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
In this historic photograph, Swiss scientist Auguste Piccard (left) and his colleague Paul Kipfer are seen celebrating their successful ascent to a record-breaking altitude of 16,201 meters (53,157 feet) on May 27, 1931. The intrepid explorers embarked on their journey from Augsburg, Germany, and landed safely in the Austrian Alps after an exhilarating and groundbreaking flight. Piccard, a renowned physicist and meteorologist, had dedicated his life to exploring the extremes of the Earth's atmosphere. This particular ascent was a part of his ongoing research into the physical and chemical properties of the stratosphere. To achieve this remarkable feat, the pair utilized a large hydrogen-filled balloon, which they filled with helium for the ascent and hydrogen for the descent. Their journey took them higher than any human had ever gone before, and they spent several hours collecting valuable data on atmospheric conditions, temperature, and pressure at various altitudes. The information gathered during this flight significantly advanced scientific knowledge of the upper atmosphere and paved the way for further research in the field of aeronautics and space exploration. The successful ascent of Piccard and Kipfer on May 27, 1931, marked a significant milestone in the history of scientific discovery and human achievement. Their courage and determination continue to inspire generations of scientists and explorers, reminding us of the limitless potential of human curiosity and ingenuity.
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