Fine Art Print : Balloon built at Versailles
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Balloon built at Versailles
A balloon built at Versailles, France, and put on display there on a platform. It was 60 feet high and 40 feet in diameter, in blue and gold material. A sheep was placed in the cage, and an ascent took place in front of the King and Royal Family. The balloon later descended in Paris, in the Carrefour Marechal, Bois de Vaucresson, near the Chemin aux Boeufs. Date: 19 September 1783
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Media ID 14118345
© The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library)/Mary Evans
1780s 1783 Aerostatic Ascent Balloon Bois Cage Carrefour Chemin Descended Descent Marechal Platform Sheep Vaucresson Versailles Boeufs
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the grandeur of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning image of a majestic hot air balloon built at Versailles. This breathtaking print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of 18th-century elegance and innovation. Imagine the awe-inspired crowds that gathered to witness this engineering marvel, towering 60 feet high and 40 feet in diameter, adorned in brilliant blue and gold hues. Elevate your home decor with this timeless piece of art, a conversation starter that transports you to the opulence of the French Court.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 32.7cm x 53.3cm (12.9" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 image showcases the historic moment when a grand balloon, constructed at the esteemed Château de Versailles in France during September 1783, was put on display for the King and Royal Family. The colossal balloon stood an impressive 60 feet high and 40 feet in diameter, adorned in resplendent blue and gold fabric. Intrigue and excitement filled the air as a sheep was carefully placed inside the cage suspended beneath the balloon. The anticipation reached its peak as the ascent took place, with the monarch and his esteemed family looking on in awe. The successful lift-off marked a significant milestone in the history of transportation and aviation. However, the adventure did not end at Versailles. The balloon later descended in Paris, specifically in the Carrefour Marechal area of the Bois de Vaucresson, near the Chemin aux Boeufs. The animal passenger, the sheep, survived the journey unscathed, adding to the marvel of this groundbreaking event. This photograph is a captivating reminder of the fascination and curiosity that surrounded early attempts at flight and the role that France played in shaping the future of transportation and exploration.
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