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Illustration of the Bird Man Hero of Restif de La Breton?
Illustration of the Bird Man Hero of Restif de La Bretonnes Book La Decouvert Australe of 1781 Taking-Off from a Cliff Edge with Umbrella & Basket Date: 1781
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This illustration hails from the intriguing pages of Restif de La Bretonne's 1781 book, "La Decouvert Australe" or "The Discovery of the Southern Lands." In this whimsical engraving, the Bird Man Hero, a peculiar character from the author's imagination, is depicted taking off from a cliff edge with an umbrella and a basket. Dressed in an elaborate feathered suit, the Bird Man appears poised for flight, holding an umbrella for balance and stability, while clutching a basket filled with unidentified objects. The cliffside backdrop adds an element of danger and excitement to the scene, as the Bird Man defies gravity and the laws of nature. The unusual design of the Bird Man's suit, featuring an array of colorful feathers and intricate patterns, is both visually striking and humorous, adding to the overall playful tone of the image. The exterior view of the Bird Man's aircraft, with its delicate wings and unconventional construction, is a testament to the author's creativity and imagination. This engraving, created in 1781 in France, predates the invention of the airplane by over a century, making it an intriguing and fascinating glimpse into the past. The Bird Man's flight, powered by his own ingenuity and determination, is a reminder of the boundless possibilities of human imagination and the power of storytelling to transport us to new and extraordinary worlds.
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