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Robert Brothers and Collin-Hullin 186km flight, 19 September 1784 in elongated hydrogen balloon with oars, an attempt at a steerable craft

L homme dans la Lune (The Man on the Moon) from the frontispiece of novel by Gonzales. Man uses two ropes to guide his aircraft powered by flying birds

French cartoon on the inability of early balloonists to control the direction of their flights. Here the balloon is being pulled by donkeys

Ballooning mania: Caricature of fashionable dress for men and women influenced by the shape of early balloons. From Histoire des Ballons by Gaston Tissandier, Paris, 1887. French Aviation Aeronautics

Fauste Veranziio making a successful jump from a tower in Venice using the parachute he had built and which he named Homo Volans, 1617. From Histoire des Ballons by Gaston Tissandier, Paris, 1887

Ballooning fantasy: Idea for balloon carrying a mounted horseman. From Histoire des Ballons by Gaston Tissandier, Paris, 1887. Aviation Aeronautics

First World War 1914-1918. France 1914. Facing the Barbarians. Gaston Charpentier-Bosio, French painter. Officer leading Infantry and Light Artillery into battle. Nationalism Jingoistic

Ascent made by J. A. Charles (1745-1822) in a hydrogen balloon in the plain of Nesle
Ascent made by J.A. Charles (1745-1822) in a hydrogen balloon in the plain of Nesle, l December 1783. From Gaston Tissandier Histoire des Ballons, Paris, 1887

Ascent in captive hot air balloon made by Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) in Paris, 11 October 1783. From Gaston Tissandier Histoire des Ballons, Paris, 1887

Gaston de Foix, Duke of Nemours (1489-1512) French military commander. War of the League of Cambrai. Killed at the Battle of Ravenna 11 April 1512. French engraving 1655

The French aviation pioneer Gaston Tissandiers (1835-1899) balloon silhoutted against the sunset. Illustration by Albert Tissandier for Les Applications de la Physique by Amedee Guillemin (Paris)

(Raymond) Gaston Plante (1834-1889) French physicist who in 1859 invented the first accumulator or electric storage battery

Gaston Tissandier, French Balloonist, Seated At A Desk In His Study By H. Thiriat

Fresh organic Prunus cerasus (Sour Cherry), ripe, deep red cherry
Gaston Tissandier, French Balloonist, Bust-length Oval Portrait Byh. Thiriat

Albert Tissandier (left), Gaston Tissandier (right), And An Unidentified Man In The Basket Of Their Airship Demonstrating An Electric Navigational System Featuring A Propeller By P. Ferat, E.a

Gaston Tissandier By Ch. Dietrich, Sculps. Paris Between 1880 And 1900

View Of Journalist Joseph CrocA
View Of Journalist Joseph Croce-spinelli, Naval Officer Henri Sivel, And Gaston Tissandier In The Basket Of The Balloon, Zenith

Wild-goose. Drawn By Gaston Fay, US, USA, America, United States, American, Engraving 1880

Crualies Practised On Fish And Fowl Drawn By Gaston Fay, US, USA, America, United States, American, Engraving 1880

The First Vaccination by Edward Jenner, 14 May 1796. Photogravure, late 19th century
JENNERs FIRST VACCINATION. The First Vaccination by Edward Jenner, 14 May 1796. Photogravure, late 19th century, after a painting by Georges Gaston Melingue (1840-1914)

The First Vaccination by Doctor Jenner, 14 May 1796. Photogravure, late 19th century
EDWARD JENNER (1749-1823). The First Vaccination by Doctor Jenner, 14 May 1796. Photogravure, late 19th century, after a painting by Georges Gaston Melingue (1840-1914)

GASTON III de Foix-B顲n (1331 - 1391). Count
GASTON III de Foix-B顲 n (1331 - 1391). Count of Foix and viscount of B顲 n. Castle. Statue of Gaston Febus at the entrance of the castle. FRANCE. AQUITAINE

TROUT FISHING, 1882. Trout Fishing on Long Island. Line engraving after a drawing by Gaston Fay, 1882

EEL FISHING, 1883. The eel fisheries of Long Island. Line engraving after a drawing by Gaston Fay, 1883

LONG ISLAND: RABBIT HUNT. Rabbit shooting in Long Island. Engraving after a drawing by Gaston Fay, 1883

HUNTING DOGS, 14th CENTURY. Caring for hunting dogs. Line engraving after a minuature from the Book of the Hunt by Gason Phoebus, 14th century

Head-and-shoulders portrait of French balloonists Albert Tissandier (left) and Gaston Tissandier (right) inside an oval, with vignettes above of balloons Zenith and Jean Bart and an airship below

Gaston Tissandier, French balloonist, head-and-shoulders portrait. Date between 1880 and 1900

Ville de Saint-Germain-en-Laye. 63me conference de la bibliotheque populaire dans la salle du theatre, le mercredi 13 avril 1881... par M. Gaston Tissandier

Voyages aeriens de MM Albert et Gaston Tissandier. Tentative de retour dans Paris assiege. Le ballon, Le Jean Bart descend au milieu de la Seine en vue de Jumieges, 8 novembre 1870

Albert Tissandier (left), Gaston Tissandier (right), and an unidentified man in the basket of their airship demonstrating an electric navigational system featuring a propeller

Airship powered by an electric motor developed by Albert and Gaston Tissandier departing from Auteuil, Paris, France, October 8, 1883. Date 1883

Reunion annuelle des collaborateurs de La Nature, premier diner offert a M. Gaston Tissandier sous la Presidence de M. Cailletet, membre de l Institut

View of journalist Joseph Croce-Spinelli, naval officer Henri Sivel, and Gaston Tissandier in the basket of the balloon, Zenith

Sixteen vignettes from the lives of French balloonists, Albert and Gaston Tissandier. Drawing shows preparation for a balloon ascension, view from the balloon, landing at Chauvigny and deflation

Pencil sketch for sixteen vignettes from the lives of French balloonists Albert and Gaston Tissandier. Drawing shows preparation for a balloon ascension, view from the balloon

Conciliabule a cote du ballon, le George Sand, entre bis trois aeronautes Revilliod, Albert, et Gaston Tissandier le Mans, 30 octobre 1870. Drawing shows French balloonists J

Gaston and Andre, acrobatic dancing duo, London, 1935 Date: 1935

Four young ladies in fashionable summer outfits

Lady in blue and white dress by Philippe et Gaston
Lady in a blue and white crepe visitors dress trimmed with fringes, by Philippe et Gaston. Her maid is helping her get dressed. 1924

Two ladies in outfits by Philippe et Gaston and Bernard
Two fashionable young ladies wearing the latest outfits. On the left, a three-piece in pink crepe, decorated with silver details, by Philippe et Gaston

Two ladies in outfits by Philippe et Gaston and Beer
Two fashionable ladies at the seaside. On the left, a three piece in blue crepe trimmed with matching frills, by Philippe et Gaston

Two autumn outfits by Anna and Philippe et Gaston
Two fashionable ladies wearing the latest autumn outfits. On the left, a 3/4 length grey chinchilla fur coat, by Anna. On the right, a three piece outfit in black serge and crepe -- a black

Three outfits by Lucien Lelong and Philippe et Gaston
Three fashionable ladies in the latest outfits. On the left, a brown cape with pink border design, fur collar and leather details, by Lucien Lelong

Two outfits by Philippe et Gaston and Redfern
Two fashionable young ladies wearing the latest autumn outfits. On the left, a black crepe dress with floral detail, by Philippe et Gaston

Fashionable lady in an outfit by Philippe et Gaston, in blue serge with darker blue crepe, and a matching two-tone hat. 1924

Two outfits by Philippe et Gaston and Jean Patou
Two fashionable ladies wearing the latest outfits. On the left, a plain off the shoulder blue dress with white collar, by Philippe et Gaston

Outfits by Martial et Armand, Philippe et Gaston, and Jenny
Three young ladies wearing fashionable daytime outfits. On the left a black crepe dress with silver belt, flounced cuffs, small buttons and long neck scarf, by Martial et Armand

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"Gaston: A Multifaceted Journey through Time and Imagination" Step into a world where the extraordinary becomes reality, as Gaston takes center stage. From the fiery breath of a dragon to the enchanting strokes of Florence Mary Anderson's paintbrush, this captivating character leaves no stone unturned. In one frame, we find ourselves amidst an intense battle with a fire-breathing dragon. The artist's skillful hand brings every detail to life, making us feel the heat and adrenaline coursing through our veins. But Gaston is not limited to mythical creatures; he also dabbles in more earthly pursuits. In another scene, he contemplates his choices while selecting a club for an unknown adventure. Will it be strength or finesse that guides him on this path? The enigmatic figure known as Gaston de Foix emerges from an engraving, revealing yet another layer of his complex persona. Known as Phoebus, his presence exudes power and sophistication—a true embodiment of nobility. As fortune flies through the sky on her ever-turning wheel, Gaston stands at its mercy. Will luck favor him? Or will he forge his own destiny against all odds? Only time will tell. Gaston even finds himself entwined in historical moments like Edward Jenner's groundbreaking vaccination discovery. Through Georges Gaston Melingue's brushstrokes, we witness the birth of medical progress—an event that forever changed humanity's course. Amidst all these grand adventures lies tranquility within Chateau de Sedan in Ardennes, France—a painting capturing both beauty and serenity in equal measure. It serves as a reminder that even heroes need respite from their daring escapades. Venturing further into nature's embrace reveals Diosaz Gorges in Chamonix Valley—its poster beckoning us to explore its hidden wonders alongside our enigmatic protagonist. What secrets lie within those majestic cliffs.