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Ballooning CVS01_01_036
Tales of balloon flight. A hand-coloured engraving showing MP Walter Powell and Captain Templer in the basket of the Saladin balloon. On 10th December 1881 the balloon crashed near Bridport, throwing Templer clear. Powell died after being carried out to sea. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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Media ID 12184625
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Balloon Engraving Flight Victorian
20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Metal Print of CVS01_01_036 from Historic England Archive. This captivating hand-coloured engraving transports you to the golden age of ballooning, featuring MP Walter Powell and Captain Templer in the basket of the Saladin balloon. Add a touch of history and aviation charm to your space with this high-quality, vibrant Metal Print from Media Storehouse. Each print is meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and rich colors, making it a truly unique and eye-catching addition to your home or office decor.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 60.9cm (20" x 24")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 61.5cm (20.2" x 24.2")
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 hand-coloured engraving captures a tragic moment in the history of balloon flight. Entitled "Ballooning CVS01_01_036 (Tales of balloon flight)" it showcases MP Walter Powell and Captain Templer suspended in the basket of the Saladin balloon. The image dates back to 10th December 1881, when disaster struck near Bridport. In this fateful incident, Captain Templer miraculously escaped as the ill-fated balloon crashed, propelling him clear from danger. However, tragically, MP Walter Powell met an untimely demise after being carried out to sea by uncontrollable winds. The Victorian-era artwork is part of the esteemed Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892 held at Historic England Archive. It offers a glimpse into a time when daring adventurers took to the skies with these magnificent contraptions. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this historical event to life, allowing us to reflect on both the triumphs and perils faced by early pioneers of flight. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst great advancements in technology, human lives are forever intertwined with risk and uncertainty. Through its depiction of this harrowing incident, we are reminded not only of our shared fascination with aviation but also of our collective vulnerability in facing nature's unpredictable forces.
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