Jigsaw Puzzle : Balloon built at Versailles
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Balloon built at Versailles
A balloon built at Versailles, France, and put on display there on a platform. It was 60 feet high and 40 feet in diameter, in blue and gold material. A sheep was placed in the cage, and an ascent took place in front of the King and Royal Family. The balloon later descended in Paris, in the Carrefour Marechal, Bois de Vaucresson, near the Chemin aux Boeufs. Date: 19 September 1783
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1780s 1783 Aerostatic Ascent Balloon Bois Cage Carrefour Chemin Descended Descent Marechal Platform Sheep Vaucresson Versailles Boeufs
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Experience the grandeur of 18th century France with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an enchanting image of "Balloon built at Versailles" from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle brings to life the magnificent beauty of a 60-foot high hot air balloon that once graced the grounds of the iconic Versailles Palace. Immerse yourself in the intricate details of the blue and gold balloon, as you piece together this stunning puzzle. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this challenging yet rewarding puzzle is sure to transport you to a time of opulence and wonder.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
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
This image showcases the historic moment when a grand balloon, constructed at the esteemed Château de Versailles in France during September 1783, was put on display for the King and Royal Family. The colossal balloon stood an impressive 60 feet high and 40 feet in diameter, adorned in resplendent blue and gold fabric. Intrigue and excitement filled the air as a sheep was carefully placed inside the cage suspended beneath the balloon. The anticipation reached its peak as the ascent took place, with the monarch and his esteemed family looking on in awe. The successful lift-off marked a significant milestone in the history of transportation and aviation. However, the adventure did not end at Versailles. The balloon later descended in Paris, specifically in the Carrefour Marechal area of the Bois de Vaucresson, near the Chemin aux Boeufs. The animal passenger, the sheep, survived the journey unscathed, adding to the marvel of this groundbreaking event. This photograph is a captivating reminder of the fascination and curiosity that surrounded early attempts at flight and the role that France played in shaping the future of transportation and exploration.
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