Pencil sketch for sixteen vignettes from the lives of French
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Pencil sketch for sixteen vignettes from the lives of French
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, landing at Chauvigny and deflation, and discussion of the event at the dinner table at the Chateau de l Odiere. Date 1887?
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Gaston Lives Pencil Sixteen Tissandier Vignettes Aeronautics Albert
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This exquisite pencil sketch captures sixteen intriguing vignettes from the lives of the renowned French balloonists, Albert and Gaston Tissandier. The drawing beautifully illustrates their passion for aeronautics and the thrill of exploration. The first scene depicts the brothers meticulously preparing for a balloon ascension, with Albert checking the tether ropes while Gaston adjusts the burner. The second vignette shows the breathtaking view from the balloon basket, as the brothers gaze at the expansive landscape below. The third scene captures the excitement of landing at Chauvigny, with locals gathered around the deflating balloon, curious and awed by the brothers' achievement. The following vignettes depict the brothers' discussions with townspeople, sharing stories of their adventures and experiences. The final vignettes take place at the dinner table at the Chateau de l'Odiere, where Albert and Gaston recount their latest flight to an enthralled audience. The brothers' infectious enthusiasm and sense of adventure are palpable, as they relive the thrill of their balloon journeys. This stunning pencil sketch, created in 1887, offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of these pioneering French balloonists. The intricate details and expressive lines bring to life the spirit of adventure and the wonder of early aeronautics.
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