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Balloon ascent by Blanchard
Jean-Pierre Blanchards balloon, probably for the planned ascent from the Champ de Mars, Paris, 2 March 1784. A slightly fanciful representation of the balloon, parachute and carriage.
circa 1784
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Media ID 7475383
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1780s 1784 Ascent Ballooning Blanchard Champ Fanciful Gondola Mars Parachute Pierre Representation
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience the thrill of early aviation history with our stunning poster print from The Royal Aeronautical Society's National Aerospace Library, featuring "Balloon Ascent by Blanchard" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image brings to life the excitement of Jean-Pierre Blanchard's famous hot air balloon ascent from the Champ de Mars in Paris on 2 March 1784. With a slightly fanciful representation of the balloon, parachute, and carriage, this poster is a beautiful addition to any home or office space, transporting you back in time to the dawn of aviation. Embrace the spirit of adventure with this exquisite piece from the Media Storehouse range of poster prints."
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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This print commemorates the historic balloon ascent by Jean-Pierre Blanchard, which took place on March 2, 1784, at the Champ de Mars in Paris. The image offers a slightly fanciful representation of Blanchard's balloon, with its ornate design and intricately detailed gondola. The carriage, suspended beneath the massive, voluminous balloon, appears ready for takeoff, as the ropes securing it to the ground are released. The inclusion of a parachute in this depiction adds an intriguing twist to the scene. Although the parachute had not yet been invented at the time of this flight, the artist's imagination brings a sense of modern innovation to the image. The parachute, with its delicate, lace-like fabric, is shown attached to the gondola, suggesting a measure of safety and control for the passengers. The transportation of people through the air was an exhilarating novelty during the late 1700s, and Blanchard's balloon ascents were among the most famous of the era. This print serves as a testament to the spirit of adventure and the boundless curiosity that drove men like Blanchard to explore the skies. The Frenchman's pioneering achievements in ballooning paved the way for future advancements in aviation and inspired generations of aeronauts to reach new heights.
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