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Ascension de Blanchard au Champ-de-Mars, a Paris, le 2 mars 1784 (engraving)
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Ascension de Blanchard au Champ-de-Mars, a Paris, le 2 mars 1784 (engraving)
5993127 Ascension de Blanchard au Champ-de-Mars, a Paris, le 2 mars 1784 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ascension de Blanchard au Champ-de-Mars, a Paris, le 2 mars 1784. Illustration for Les Merveilles De La Science ou Description Populaire des Inventions Modernes by Louis Figuier (Furne, Jouvet, c 1870).); © Look and Learn
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Ascension de Blanchard au Champ-de-Mars, a Paris, le 2 mars 1784 (engraving) captures a pivotal moment in the history of aviation and scientific progress. This stunning print depicts the daring ascent of Jean-Pierre Blanchard at the Champ-de-Mars in Paris on March 2nd, 1784. Blanchard's ascension marked a significant milestone in human flight as he became one of the first individuals to successfully navigate the skies using an airship. The engraving beautifully portrays this marvel of engineering and invention from the 19th century. This artwork is part of Les Merveilles De La Science ou Description Populaire des Inventions Modernes by Louis Figuier, published around 1870. It serves as a testament to popularizing industrial revolution wonders and showcasing modern advancements to a wider audience. The image showcases not only Blanchard's courageous feat but also highlights how transportation evolved during this era. The hot air balloon depicted in this engraving paved the way for future developments in aviation and ultimately transformed passenger transportation forever. As we admire this historical masterpiece captured by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation. This print stands as a tribute to those who pushed boundaries, defied gravity, and forever changed our understanding of flight.
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