Fine Art Print : Spectators in an arena viewing the ascension of a balloon dr
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Spectators in an arena viewing the ascension of a balloon dr
Spectators in an arena viewing the ascension of a balloon driven by propellers with an inflation device in the foreground. Date 18 -
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Arena Ascension Device Driven Foreground Inflation Propellers Spectators Tissandier Viewing Aeronautics
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of a bygone era with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a crowd of onlookers in an arena, their eyes fixed on the ascension of a balloon with propellers. The inflation device in the foreground adds to the anticipation as the balloon begins its journey skyward. Transport yourself back in time with this stunning, rights-managed print, perfect for adding a touch of history and charm to any space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
An Elegant Display of Aeronautical Innovation: Spectators in an Arena Gathered to Witness the Ascension of a Balloon Driven by Propellers, 18-- In this photograph from the annals of aeronautical history, a large crowd of onlookers gathers in an open-air arena, their eyes fixed on the spectacle unfolding before them. The center of attention is a balloon, its expansive envelope filled with hot air, tethered to the ground by a series of ropes. But what sets this balloon apart from the rest are the two propellers affixed to its sides, their blades spinning furiously, driving the craft upward. In the foreground, an attendant operates an inflation device, adding more hot air to the balloon as it prepares for its ascent. The man at the helm of this remarkable contraption is none other than the renowned French aeronaut, Henri Giffard. In 1852, Giffard made history by becoming the first person to successfully propel a heavier-than-air vehicle using a gas engine. However, this photograph captures a later innovation: the addition of propellers to a balloon, allowing for controlled ascent and descent. The scene is one of excitement and wonder, as the spectators, dressed in their finest attire, eagerly anticipate the moment when the balloon will break free from its tethers and soar into the sky. The use of propellers in balloon flight was a groundbreaking development in the world of aeronautics, and this photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past, when the impossible seemed within reach and the future was ripe with possibility.
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