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A Critical Moment, 1890
A Critical Moment, 1890. The descent of the great war balloon from the military exhibition. From a sketch by a passenger. An illustration from The Graphic, 19 July 1890
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Media ID 14962176
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Aeronaut Aviation Balloon Ballooning Balloonist Basket Danger Dangerous Descending Descent Fallen Falling Flight Peril Precarious Print Collector27
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience history in vibrant detail with Media Storehouse's poster prints featuring "A Critical Moment, 1890" from Heritage Images. This captivating illustration, originally published in The Graphic on July 19, 1890, captures the descent of a military exhibition's great war balloon. Transport yourself back in time as you display this intriguing piece of history in your home or office. With premium print quality and rich colors, our poster prints bring the past to life, making for an engaging conversation starter.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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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In this print titled "A Critical Moment, 1890" we are transported back to the 19th century, where a significant event unfolds before our eyes. The scene captures the descent of a great war balloon from a military exhibition, as witnessed by a brave passenger who sketched this breathtaking moment. The image showcases an array of buildings in the background, hinting at the bustling city life that serves as a backdrop to this precarious situation. A group of people gathers below, their faces filled with concern and awe as they witness the unfolding drama above them. At the center of attention is a courageous man inside the balloon's basket, his occupation as an aeronaut evident through his confident stance. Suspended high above ground level, he finds himself in grave danger as he navigates through mid-air turbulence during his descent. This monochrome engraving beautifully captures both the concept and reality of flight in its early stages. It reminds us of how perilous aviation was during this era when technology was still evolving rapidly. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but feel drawn into its narrative - one that encapsulates bravery, risk-taking, and human fascination with conquering new frontiers. This print serves not only as an artistic representation but also as an important reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit for progress even amidst dangerous circumstances.
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