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Hot Air Balloon Andre Over North Pole
Illustrated postcard depicting Swedish engineer Solomon Andrees hot air balloon voyage to the North Pole, July 1897. His remains were discovered three years later. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)
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Kean Collection
Media ID 13588691
© 2004 Getty Images
1890 1899 Adventure Airplane Engineer Exploration Flying Hot Air Balloon Human Sciences Journey North Pole Postcard Representing Science And Technology Swedish Culture Wind
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the thrill of adventure with our exquisite Hot Air Balloon Over North Pole greeting card from the Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This beautiful card, featuring a captivating illustration by Kean Collection/Getty Images, takes you on a journey back in time to the daring hot air balloon voyage of Swedish engineer Salomon August Andrée to the North Pole in 1897. Send this unique and thoughtful card to inspire a sense of wonder and excitement, perfect for any special occasion or just to brighten someone's day. Let the beauty of this timeless image transport your message across the miles. Order yours today from Media Storehouse's Greetings Cards range.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.8cm x 12.5cm (6.6" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This print takes us back to the daring expedition of Swedish engineer Solomon Andree, who embarked on a hot air balloon voyage to the North Pole in July 1897. Illustrated with meticulous detail and vibrant colors, this postcard from the Kean Collection brings to life an extraordinary moment in history. As we gaze at this image, we can almost feel the thrill and anticipation that must have filled Andree's heart as he soared above the icy landscapes of the Arctic. The hot air balloon gracefully hovers against a backdrop of endless white, symbolizing both adventure and exploration. Sadly, Andree's journey did not end as he had hoped. Three years later, his remains were discovered, marking a tragic end to his audacious quest for discovery. Nevertheless, his legacy lives on through this powerful illustration. The artwork beautifully captures not only Andree's determination but also pays homage to Swedish culture and its spirit of innovation. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and our unyielding desire to push boundaries in science and technology. This archival piece is more than just an illustration; it represents an era when explorers like Andree fearlessly ventured into unknown territories. It reminds us of their courage and inspires us to embrace our own sense of adventure in whatever form it may take.
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