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Photographic Print : Hot air balloon that ascended from Norwich, England has fallen into the sea. Wood engraving, American, c1835
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Hot air balloon that ascended from Norwich, England has fallen into the sea. Wood engraving, American, c1835
BALLOON ACCIDENT.
Hot air balloon that ascended from Norwich, England has fallen into the sea. Wood engraving, American, c1835
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Media ID 10717510
Accident Aeronaut Aeronautical Aviation Ballooning Balloonist Collision Danger Failure Fall Flight Ocean Fell Mishap
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of a hot air balloon disaster. This captivating wood engraving, hailing from 1835, depicts an unfortunate incident where a balloon that took off from Norwich, England, ended up crashing into the sea. Add an element of intrigue and conversation to your space with this vintage art piece from Granger Art on Demand. Immerse yourself in the past and relive a moment frozen in time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.8cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This wood engraving from 1835 depicts a dramatic scene of a hot air balloon accident that occurred in Norwich, England. The image showcases the moment when the balloon, which had ascended into the sky with great anticipation and excitement, tragically fell into the vast sea below. The engraving captures both the danger and failure associated with early aviation endeavors. It serves as a reminder of the risks faced by pioneering aeronauts during this period. The collision between man's ambition to conquer the skies and the unforgiving forces of nature is vividly portrayed. Intriguingly, this American wood engraving offers us an insight into how news of such mishaps traveled across continents in those times. Despite being thousands of miles away from Norwich, Americans were able to witness and document this maritime incident through art. The image features men frantically grappling with their predicament amidst crashing waves and an expansive ocean backdrop. Their expressions reveal their desperation as they confront their unexpected fall from grace. This historical print not only highlights an unfortunate event but also symbolizes mankind's relentless pursuit of flight despite encountering setbacks along the way. It stands as a testament to human resilience, reminding us that even failures can contribute to progress in our quest for innovation and exploration.
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