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Rollercoaster in the Jardin Baujon, early 19th century
Rollercoaster in the Jardin Baujon, early 19th century. Fashionable society enjoying the aerial walks, with cars pulled up the central ramp before riding fast chutes to left and right. A cafe occupied the central arches below. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817. Rollercoaster in the Jardin Baujon, early 19th century. Fashionable society enjoying the aerial walks, with cars pulled up the central ramp before riding fast chutes to left and right. A cafe occupied the central arches below. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817
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1. Title: "Aerial Delights in the Jardin Baujon: Fashionable Society's Thrilling Rides on Early Rollercoasters" In this handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesangere's Le Bon Genre, published in Paris in 1817, we are transported back to the early 19th century and the delightful Jardin Baujon, a popular pleasure garden in Paris. The image showcases an array of fashionable society members, dressed in the latest styles, as they eagerly participate in the park's most exhilarating attraction: the rollercoaster, or "aerial walks," as they were known during that era. The rollercoaster, a marvel of engineering and innovation, is depicted with cars being pulled up the central ramp by an unseen force before plunging down the fast chutes to the left and right. The thrill-seekers, their faces filled with excitement and anticipation, are seen clinging to the sides of their cars as they prepare for the adrenaline-pumping ride. Beneath the rollercoaster, a bustling cafe occupies the central arches, providing a perfect vantage point for those who prefer to enjoy their refreshments while observing the daring exploits of their fellow pleasure-seekers. The intricate detail in the engraving, from the ornate gardens surrounding the rollercoaster to the various top hats and parasols adorning the fashionable crowd, showcases the elegance and sophistication of the time. This image offers a unique glimpse into the past, allowing us to experience the thrill and excitement of early rollercoasters and the fashionable society that enjoyed them in the enchanting setting of the Jardin Baujon.
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