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Sophie Blanchard in the basket of her balloon during her Milan flight in the presence
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Sophie Blanchard in the basket of her balloon during her Milan flight in the presence
4072602 Sophie Blanchard in the basket of her balloon during her Milan flight in the presence Napoleon, 1811 (lithograph) by Rados, Luigi (1773-1840); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marie-Madeleine-Sophie Armand (1778-1819) French aeronaut and the wife of ballooning pioneer Jean-Pierre Blanchard. She was the first woman to work as a professional balloonist throughout Europe, entertaining Napoleon Bonaparte (here at the " Fete de l Emperor" in Milan on 15 August 1811) who promoted her to the role of " Aeronaut of the Official Festivals"
); out of copyright
Media ID 23259566
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This lithograph captures a historic moment in the life of Sophie Blanchard, the renowned French balloonist. In this image, taken during her Milan flight in 1811, we see Sophie fearlessly seated in the basket of her hot air balloon, surrounded by an enthralled audience that includes none other than Napoleon Bonaparte himself. Sophie Blanchard was not only a pioneer in the field of ballooning but also the first woman to work as a professional balloonist throughout Europe. Her incredible talent and daring spirit earned her recognition from Napoleon, who appointed her as "Aeronaut of the Official Festivals". This particular occasion was part of the grand "Fete de l'Empereur" celebration held in Milan on August 15th. The lithograph beautifully portrays Sophie's ascent into the sky, capturing both her grace and determination. With wind gently billowing through her hair and a look of sheer exhilaration on her face, she embodies freedom and adventure. The presence of Napoleon adds an extra layer of significance to this image, highlighting Sophie's immense skill and entertaining prowess. As we gaze upon this historical print from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back to a time when aviation was still in its infancy. It serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, women like Sophie Blanchard were breaking barriers and defying societal norms with their remarkable achievements.
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