Framed Print : Mr. Edward Spencer, born May 8th 1799 who accompanied Mr. Ch
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Mr. Edward Spencer, born May 8th 1799 who accompanied Mr. Ch
Mr. Edward Spencer, born May 8th 1799 who accompanied Mr. Charles Green in that fatal parachute experiment of Mr. Robert Cocking s, July 24th, 1837, from Vauxhall Gardens. And has made twenty-seven ascents with Mr. Green, up to this date, August 24th, 1839. Head-and-shoulders portrait of solicitor, Edward Spencer, who accompanied balloonist Charles Green on several ascensions. A balloon with an attached parachute is in the background. Date Aug. 31, 1839
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1799 1837 1839 Accompanied Ascents Born Cocking Date Experiment Fatal Parachute Spencer Twenty Vauxhall Aeronautics Made
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the captivating framed print from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing historical image of Mr. Edward Spencer. Born on May 8, 1799, Spencer was an adventurous soul who accompanied the famous entertainer, Mr. Charles Green, in the fateful parachute experiment conducted by Mr. Robert Cocking on July 24, 1837, at Vauxhall Gardens. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the daring spirit of these pioneers. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation with our beautifully crafted framed print.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This head-and-shoulders portrait captures the solemn gaze of Edward Spencer, born May 8, 1799, a solicitor who bravely accompanied renowned aeronaut Charles Green in the fateful parachute experiment conducted by Robert Cocking on July 24, 1837, at Vauxhall Gardens. The tragic event marked the first recorded fatality in the history of parachute jumping. Despite the danger, Spencer had previously made an impressive twenty-seven ascensions with Green up until August 24, 1839. The backdrop of the image features a balloon with an attached parachute, symbolizing the daring adventures that Spencer had undertaken with his friend and fellow pioneer in the field of aeronautics. This poignant portrait serves as a testament to the courage and determination of these early aviation pioneers, who pushed the boundaries of human exploration against all odds.
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