Greetings Card : Balloon Ascent / Horse / Men
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Balloon Ascent / Horse / Men
Two men fly above Paris on a live horse, which seems naturally terrified by the whole ordeal. One of the gentleman appears to be in jockeys attire
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Media ID 4348915
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10186131
Amazement Appears Ascent Attire Balloon Dangerous Extraordinary Gentleman Height Live Naturally On Lookers Ordeal Terrified
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Elevate your greeting game with the enchanting Balloon Ascent / Horse / Men card from Media Storehouse. This captivating image by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you to the skies above Paris, where two daring gentlemen fly high on a live horse. The horse's natural terror adds a touch of humor and adventure to this unique and intriguing scene. Perfect for the adventurous at heart, this card is sure to bring a smile to any recipient. Add a thoughtful message and watch as they soar to new heights of delight. Available in a range of designs and styles, there's a Media Storehouse greeting card for every occasion."
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 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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
An Extraordinary Sight: A Balloon Ascent with a Live Horse in 19th Century Paris This image, taken from the annals of history, depicts an extraordinary scene of two daring gentlemen flying above the City of Lights on the back of a live horse. The horse, dressed in harness, seems naturally terrified by the ordeal, its eyes wide with fear and its body tense as it ascends into the sky. The men, dressed in jockeys' attire, hold on tight as they soar to new heights, their faces etched with a mix of amazement and determination. The crowd below, gathered in awe, watches the spectacle unfold with bated breath. The era's fashionably dressed onlookers, some with parasols and top hats, are transfixed by the sight, their expressions a blend of wonder and disbelief. The balloon, with its colorful fabric billowing in the wind, adds to the surreal atmosphere of the scene. This daring feat of transportation, which seems so dangerous and unnatural, was a popular pastime in the 19th century. The men, driven by a spirit of adventure and a desire to push the boundaries of what was possible, took to the skies in hot air balloons, often with the help of animals like horses. The resulting images, captured in time, offer a fascinating glimpse into the past and the extraordinary lengths people went to for the thrill of flight. This photograph, with its rich historical context and intriguing narrative, is a testament to the human spirit of exploration and the power of the imagination. It transports us back to a time when the impossible seemed possible and the natural world held endless mysteries waiting to be discovered.
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