Balloons Collection (#10)

The Balloon Accident, the "Saladin"drifting Seaward (engraving)
1054789 The Balloon Accident, the " Saladin" drifting Seaward (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Balloon Accident)

The German Army Manoeuvres, A Balloon Section at Work in the Mountains (litho)
1039882 The German Army Manoeuvres, A Balloon Section at Work in the Mountains (litho) by Maud, William T. (1865-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The German Army Manoeuvres)

The War Photographer at Work (engraving)
1039285 The War Photographer at Work (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War Photographer at Work)

Fleet Signalling by Balloon at Heligoland (litho)
1036478 Fleet Signalling by Balloon at Heligoland (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fleet Signalling by Balloon at Heligoland)

The Autumn Military Manoeuvres in Wiltshire and Berkshire (b / w photo)
1627422 The Autumn Military Manoeuvres in Wiltshire and Berkshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Centenary Anniversary of the First Balloon ascent in England at the Honorable Artillery Companys Ground
1622786 Centenary Anniversary of the First Balloon ascent in England at the Honorable Artillery Companys Ground, Finsbury (engraving) by English School

Birthday postcard, c. 1907 (colour litho)
498977 Birthday postcard, c.1907 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

The Accident to the Crystal Palace Balloon (b / w photo)
1042920 The Accident to the Crystal Palace Balloon (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Accident to the Crystal Palace Balloon)

Experimenting with parachuting at Parc Monceau by Andre-Jacques Garnerin (22 Octobre 1797) (chromolitho)
961336 Experimenting with parachuting at Parc Monceau by Andre-Jacques Garnerin (22 Octobre 1797) (chromolitho) by French School

The Balloon Contest, Sketches from "Number Two"(engraving)
1060469 The Balloon Contest, Sketches from " Number Two" (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Balloon Contest)

The International Universal Exhibition at Earls Court (engraving)
1063457 The International Universal Exhibition at Earls Court (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The International Universal Exhibition at Earls Court)

Ascent of M Poiteven, on Horseback, in a Balloon, from the Champ de Mars, Paris (engraving)
1096673 Ascent of M Poiteven, on Horseback, in a Balloon, from the Champ de Mars, Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ascent of M Poiteven)

Accident to the Nassau Balloon in the London-Road, on Wednesday (engraving)
1096337 Accident to the Nassau Balloon in the London-Road, on Wednesday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Aerial Voyages (engraving)
1099312 Aerial Voyages (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aerial Voyages. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Departure of a Balloon from Paris at Night (engraving)
1104783 Departure of a Balloon from Paris at Night (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Departure of a Balloon from Paris at Night)

War Aspects of Paris (engraving)
1104626 War Aspects of Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: War Aspects of Paris)

Mr Coxwells High-Level Balloon at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
1103374 Mr Coxwells High-Level Balloon at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Coxwells High-Level Balloon at the Crystal Palace)

Immense Copper Balloon, at Paris (engraving)
1101107 Immense Copper Balloon, at Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Immense Copper Balloon, at Paris)

Victorian Christmas Card, c. 1880 (colour litho)
498981 Victorian Christmas Card, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Second flight of Garnerin with Citoyenne Henri from Parc Monceau, 8 July 1798
810336 Second flight of Garnerin with Citoyenne Henri from Parc Monceau, 8 July 1798, from Costumes Parisiens, c.1798 (coloured engraving) by French School

A New American Navigable War Balloon (coloured engraving)
729261 A New American Navigable War Balloon (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A New American Navigable War Balloon)

Balloon factory at Paris (engraving)
669456 Balloon factory at Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balloon factory at Paris. Illustration from The Picture Magazine (George Newnes), 1893

A Georgian Facade, preserving the local character of the shopping centre, 1925 (colour litho)
2811018 A Georgian Facade, preserving the local character of the shopping centre, 1925 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Georgian Facade)

Balloons and Parachutes (engraving)
2781013 Balloons and Parachutes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balloons and Parachutes. Illustration for Chatterbox (1889).); © Look and Learn

An exciting adventure and touched by three German aeronauts who tried a long-distance flight (colour litho)
2778194 An exciting adventure and touched by three German aeronauts who tried a long-distance flight (colour litho) by Beltrame

On September 1, a world firefighting competition will be inaugurated at the Turin Stadium... (colour litho)
2777878 On September 1, a world firefighting competition will be inaugurated at the Turin Stadium... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: On September 1)

A strange adventure (colour litho)
2777652 A strange adventure (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A strange adventure)

On the Karst, one of our aviators attacked an enemy balloon under observation that fell on fire... (colour litho)
2777610 On the Karst, one of our aviators attacked an enemy balloon under observation that fell on fire... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Comic postcard, Couple in bed - who are you? Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man disturbed by late night party in hotel Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Dishevelled woman at a party Date: 20th century

Four German aeronauts (colour litho) have run a scary adventure
2778049 Four German aeronauts (colour litho) have run a scary adventure by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Four German aeronauts have raced a frightening adventure)

Comic postcard, Scotsman dressed as Napoleon at fancy dress ball Date: 20th century

Trois Ballons Au Pole Nord (engraving)
2789278 Trois Ballons Au Pole Nord (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trois Ballons Au Pole Nord. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 9 April 1882)

Comic postcard, Couples dancing at a party, and bumping into each other Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Protection for rollerskating Date: early 20th century

Attempt to cross the Sahara by balloon (colour litho)
2795686 Attempt to cross the Sahara by balloon (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attempt to cross the Sahara by balloon)

The first untethered balloon flight, by Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier
2619126 The first untethered balloon flight, by Jean-FranAzois PilAtre de Rozier and the Marquis d Arlandes on 21 November 1783 in a Montgolfier balloon, from Les Merveilles de la Science

The flight of the Aerostat Reveillon on 19th of September 1783 by the Montgolfier
2619125 The flight of the a© rostat Reveillon on 19th of September 1783 by the Montgolfier brothers at Versailles, France, before King Louis XVI of France and Queen Marie Antoinette

Christmas card with a skating rink (colour litho)
3094632 Christmas card with a skating rink (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas card with a skating rink)

The End of the World, 1910 (litho)
3091225 The End of the World, 1910 (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The End of the World, 1910. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Lieutenant Mansfield, killed by a Balloon Accident at Bombay (engraving)
1614517 Lieutenant Mansfield, killed by a Balloon Accident at Bombay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieutenant Mansfield)

A German War-Balloon (engraving)
1603493 A German War-Balloon (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A German War-Balloon)

The German Army Manoeuvres (litho)
1601030 The German Army Manoeuvres (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The German Army Manoeuvres)

The Celebration of the Centenary of the First Balloon Ascent at Bath, 8 September
1601020 The Celebration of the Centenary of the First Balloon Ascent at Bath, 8 September, the Balloon rising over the City (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The War in the Soudan, the March to Tamai, inflating the Balloon (engraving)
1591080 The War in the Soudan, the March to Tamai, inflating the Balloon (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan, the March to Tamai)

New Contrivance for the Rapid Raising or Lowering of Captive Balloons in the German Army (litho)
1598105 New Contrivance for the Rapid Raising or Lowering of Captive Balloons in the German Army (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Balloon at Cremorne Gardens (engraving)
1594200 The Balloon at Cremorne Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Balloon at Cremorne Gardens)

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"Balloons: A Whimsical Journey Through Time and Playfulness" Step into the world of balloons, where Barrage Balloons float gracefully in the sky, guarding the skies with their majestic presence. Picture No. 11993304 captures this breathtaking sight, reminding us of their significance during historical events like RAF Stanmore in 1939. But balloons aren't just for defense; they bring joy and laughter to our lives too. Just look at that adorable Bassett hound puppy with its ears being held up by vibrant balloons. It's a heartwarming reminder that even our furry friends can find delight in these colorful wonders. In Tantivy Towers, The Bohemians of Chelsea create an enchanting scene filled with whimsy and imagination as they playfully interact with balloons. Their carefree spirits remind us to embrace the childlike wonder within ourselves. W Heath Robinson's Railway Ribaldry illustration takes us on a comical journey through his imaginative mind. With Picture No. 10860956 showcasing his genius, we witness how he ingeniously incorporates balloons into everyday life scenarios, leaving us amused and amazed. The magic continues as we explore Dropping from a Kite Balloon in 1917 - an extraordinary feat accomplished by brave individuals who used balloons as platforms for aerial missions during wartime. This captivating image captured by ©EyeUbiquitous_20092712 transports us back to a time when courage knew no bounds. And let's not forget our beloved four-legged companions. A Cocker Spaniel puppy steals hearts as it playfully interacts with a heart-shaped balloon in this digitally manipulated masterpiece. It reminds us that sometimes all we need is a simple balloon to bring happiness into our lives. Finally, immerse yourself in the Balloon Festival Canberra – an event where thousands gather to witness the beauty of hot air balloons painting the sky with vibrant colors and patterns. It’s an awe-inspiring spectacle that leaves us in awe of the wonders that they are create.