Ascent Collection (page 8)

An Airship (colour litho)
CHT179900 An Airship (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Mauritius, Peter Botte (engraving)
5198018 Mauritius, Peter Botte (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mauritius, Peter Botte)

Ascent of the Nassau Balloon (engraving)
1617238 Ascent of the Nassau Balloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ascent of the Nassau Balloon)

To the North Pole by Balloon (b / w photo)
1597730 To the North Pole by Balloon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the North Pole by Balloon)

The Snaefell Mountain Railway (b / w photo)
1605279 The Snaefell Mountain Railway (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Snaefell Mountain Railway)

Plate 173. Ascending Steps and Jumping Off, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950459 Plate 173. Ascending Steps and Jumping Off, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 17.5x43.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 95. Ascending Stairs, A Basin in Hands, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950447 Plate 95. Ascending Stairs, A Basin in Hands, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 17.3x43.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 515. Ascending and Descending Stairs, etc. 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950437 Plate 515. Ascending and Descending Stairs, etc. 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.6x35.6 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 482. A, Walking; B, Ascending Stairs; C, Ascending Incline
3950275 Plate 482. A, Walking; B, Ascending Stairs; C, Ascending Incline, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21x36.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Plate 104. Turning and Ascending Stairs, Bucket Water in Each Hand
3950158 Plate 104. Turning and Ascending Stairs, Bucket Water in Each Hand, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 22.9x35.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Plate 78. Ascending Incline, Flirting A Fan, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950139 Plate 78. Ascending Incline, Flirting A Fan, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.5x36.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 77. Ascending Incline, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950138 Plate 77. Ascending Incline, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.5x36.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 521. A, Walking; B, Ascending Step; C, Throwing Disk, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950108 Plate 521. A, Walking; B, Ascending Step; C, Throwing Disk, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 28.4x25.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Plate 488. A, Lawn Tennis; B, Dumb Bells; C, Walking on Hands
3950099 Plate 488. A, Lawn Tennis; B, Dumb Bells; C, Walking on Hands, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 18.9x36.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Plate 109. Ascending Stepladder, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950006 Plate 109. Ascending Stepladder, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 19.1x37.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Recent Ascent of Mont Blanc (engraving)
1625381 Recent Ascent of Mont Blanc (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recent Ascent of Mont Blanc)

The Construction of the Simplon Tunnel (b / w photo)
1628972 The Construction of the Simplon Tunnel (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Construction of the Simplon Tunnel)

The First Ascent of Mount Cook, New Zealand (engraving)
1061327 The First Ascent of Mount Cook, New Zealand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Ascent of Mount Cook, New Zealand)

South Africa, an Ascent of the "Lions Head", Cape Colony (engraving)
1060509 South Africa, an Ascent of the " Lions Head", Cape Colony (engraving) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: South Africa)

The Ascent of the Nassau Balloon with Parachute attached, 24 July 1837 (engraving)
1041530 The Ascent of the Nassau Balloon with Parachute attached, 24 July 1837 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

That Diabolical Hammock (chromolitho)
1062139 That Diabolical Hammock (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: That Diabolical Hammock)

First manned balloon flight, November 1783 (chromolitho)
974456 First manned balloon flight, November 1783 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First manned free (untethered) balloon flight, Annonay, France

Ascent of the Montgolfier Brothers Aerostatic Globe, Paris, 1 December 1783 (engraving)
972699 Ascent of the Montgolfier Brothers Aerostatic Globe, Paris, 1 December 1783 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

An Ascent of Ben Macdhui (engraving)
1044154 An Ascent of Ben Macdhui (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Ascent of Ben Macdhui)

The Ascent of the Finsteraarhorn, a Night in the Concordia Hut (engraving)
1042534 The Ascent of the Finsteraarhorn, a Night in the Concordia Hut (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ascent of the Finsteraarhorn)

A Picnic in Scotland (engraving)
1041003 A Picnic in Scotland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Picnic in Scotland)

Ascent of Mr Greens Balloon, on Monday Last (engraving)
1101362 Ascent of Mr Greens Balloon, on Monday Last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ascent of Mr Greens Balloon, on Monday Last)

A Riding Tour in Derbyshire (engraving)
1055292 A Riding Tour in Derbyshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Riding Tour in Derbyshire)

A Cycle Journey across Spain (litho)
1050927 A Cycle Journey across Spain (litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cycle Journey across Spain)

Joseph Montgolfier, French ballooning pioneer (chromolitho)
1094323 Joseph Montgolfier, French ballooning pioneer (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Montgolfier (1740-1810), French ballooning pioneer

Stibbs ascent of the Niger (engraving)
1094707 Stibbs ascent of the Niger (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stibbs ascent of the Niger)

The air balloon as it ascended with Mr Lunardi from the artillery ground, 15th September, 1784 (coloured print)
3869774 The air balloon as it ascended with Mr Lunardi from the artillery ground, 15th September, 1784 (coloured print) by Unknown artist

A grand balloon ascent, Batty s, Thursday, July 1st, 1852 (woodcut)
908380 A grand balloon ascent, Batty s, Thursday, July 1st, 1852 (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

An ascent of the Himalayas (chromolitho)
3639436 An ascent of the Himalayas (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An ascent of the Himalayas)

Aeronautics Exhibition to be held in Paris in 1885 under the direction of Eugene Godard
2962412 Aeronautics Exhibition to be held in Paris in 1885 under the direction of Eugene Godard, pb. 1885 (colour lithograph) by French School

Jacques Charles and Marie-Noel Robert making the first ascent in a hydrogen balloon, Paris
3105014 Jacques Charles and Marie-Noel Robert making the first ascent in a hydrogen balloon, Paris, 1 December 1783 (colour litho) by French School

The Staircase--Ascent to Gallery (b / w photo)
3104584 The Staircase--Ascent to Gallery (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Staircase--Ascent to Gallery)

Ascension de M Blanchard, citoyen de Calais par adoption (engraving)
2787843 Ascension de M Blanchard, citoyen de Calais par adoption (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ascension de M Blanchard)

The Civil War in America, Ascent of the Gauley Mountain, West Virginia, by the 12th Ohio Regiment (engraving)
2773647 The Civil War in America, Ascent of the Gauley Mountain, West Virginia, by the 12th Ohio Regiment (engraving) by English School

Mon Ascencion A La Dent Blanche (engraving)
2783336 Mon Ascencion A La Dent Blanche (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mon Ascencion A La Dent Blanche)

Seine-et-Oise Fire Brigade fete at Rambouillet, Paris (colour litho)
2779198 Seine-et-Oise Fire Brigade fete at Rambouillet, Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seine-et-Oise Fire Brigade fete at Rambouillet, Paris)

Ascent of Mr Hamptons "Erin-go-nragh"balloon, at Battys Royal Hippodrome, Kensington (engraving)
611117 Ascent of Mr Hamptons " Erin-go-nragh" balloon, at Battys Royal Hippodrome, Kensington (engraving) by English School

Mr Hamptons ascent from Cremorne House, Chelsea (coloured engraving)
608090 Mr Hamptons ascent from Cremorne House, Chelsea (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Hamptons ascent from Cremorne House, Chelsea)

Advert for balloon ascent, Cremorne Gardens, Chelsea (engraving)
608086 Advert for balloon ascent, Cremorne Gardens, Chelsea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advert for balloon ascent, Cremorne Gardens, Chelsea)

Night ascent of Mr Green in the albion balloon from the gardens of Cremorne House (engraving)
608081 Night ascent of Mr Green in the albion balloon from the gardens of Cremorne House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Balloon ascent at the opening of New London Bridge (engraving)
610849 Balloon ascent at the opening of New London Bridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Balloon ascent on Monday last (engraving)
614364 Balloon ascent on Monday last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balloon ascent on Monday last, by Mr Hampton from White Conduit Gardens)

Ascent of the Great Pyramid (engraving)
663929 Ascent of the Great Pyramid (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ascent of the Great Pyramid)

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"Reaching New Heights: A Journey of Ascents" Embarking on a historical adventure, we delve into the world of ascents that have captivated hearts and minds throughout time. From the Vauxhall Royal Balloon's first ascent to the breathtaking Road to Blencathra, these remarkable feats remind us of our innate desire to soar above ordinary limits. Intriguingly, it was during a balloon event in Stockport that Charles Green etched his name into history as he defied gravity with his awe-inspiring flight. Meanwhile, an enchanting engraving by Saint Jean of the Cross depicts the spiritual ascent to Mount Carmel, offering solace and enlightenment for centuries. The Vauxhall Royal Balloon's majestic ascent stands as a testament to human ingenuity and courage. Similarly, Mr. Sadler's daring journey over Nottingham left spectators in awe as they witnessed his triumphant rise against all odds. Auguste-Rosalie Bisson immortalized the sheer magnificence of nature through "The Ascent of Mont Blanc. " This masterpiece captures not only the physical challenge but also celebrates mankind's indomitable spirit in conquering towering peaks. Saint John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic revered for his profound wisdom, invites us on an introspective ascent towards spiritual awakening. His teachings continue to inspire seekers around the globe even today. As we gaze upon images capturing Montgolfier balloons soaring gracefully over Paris or witness balloon ascents from Seal near Sevenoaks in Kent, we are reminded that humanity has always yearned for boundless horizons and endless possibilities. Let us never forget James Sadler's courageous ascent from Merton Fields in Oxford—a reminder that dreams can be realized when one dares to take flight against adversity. Through these captivating glimpses into various ascents throughout history, we are reminded that within each one of us lies an insatiable thirst for exploration and growth.