Poster Print : Balloon Scares Natives
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Balloon Scares Natives
A Balloonist (Paul) causes African villagers to cower in fright as he sails above their homes
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Media ID 4348759
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Balloon Balloonist Cowering Fright Homes Mystery Natives Sails Scares Surprise Unknown Villagers Cower
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience the thrill of adventure and the unexpected with our Media Storehouse range of poster prints, featuring the captivating image "Balloon Scares Natives" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph tells a tale of an unexpected encounter between a balloonist (Paul) and African villagers, as he sails above their homes, causing a moment of fear and awe. Bring this intriguing story to life in your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for adding character and conversation starters to any space."
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historical print captures a mysterious and intriguing moment from 1880, as a daring balloonist named Paul soars above African villagers in their homes. The image depicts the astonishment and fear on the faces of the natives below, who cower in fright at the sight of this unfamiliar mode of transport gliding through the sky.
The scene is shrouded in mystery, leaving us to wonder about Paul's intentions and how his unexpected appearance affected the villagers. Was he simply passing through on a journey of exploration, or did he have more sinister motives? The unknown nature of this encounter adds an air of suspense to the already dramatic composition.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are transported back in time to witness a moment that defies explanation. The juxtaposition of modern technology with traditional village life creates a striking contrast that highlights the impact of progress on indigenous cultures.
Ultimately, this print serves as a reminder of how encounters between different worlds can evoke feelings of surprise and trepidation. It invites us to reflect on our own reactions to the unknown and consider how we might approach unfamiliar situations with empathy and understanding.
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