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Balloon ascent by Blanchard
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Balloon ascent by Blanchard
Jean-Pierre Blanchards balloon, probably for the planned ascent from the Champ de Mars, Paris, 2 March 1784. A slightly fanciful representation of the balloon, parachute and carriage.
circa 1784
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1780s 1784 Ascent Ballooning Blanchard Champ Fanciful Gondola Mars Parachute Pierre Representation
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This print commemorates the historic balloon ascent by Jean-Pierre Blanchard, which took place on March 2, 1784, at the Champ de Mars in Paris. The image offers a slightly fanciful representation of Blanchard's balloon, with its ornate design and intricately detailed gondola. The carriage, suspended beneath the massive, voluminous balloon, appears ready for takeoff, as the ropes securing it to the ground are released. The inclusion of a parachute in this depiction adds an intriguing twist to the scene. Although the parachute had not yet been invented at the time of this flight, the artist's imagination brings a sense of modern innovation to the image. The parachute, with its delicate, lace-like fabric, is shown attached to the gondola, suggesting a measure of safety and control for the passengers. The transportation of people through the air was an exhilarating novelty during the late 1700s, and Blanchard's balloon ascents were among the most famous of the era. This print serves as a testament to the spirit of adventure and the boundless curiosity that drove men like Blanchard to explore the skies. The Frenchman's pioneering achievements in ballooning paved the way for future advancements in aviation and inspired generations of aeronauts to reach new heights.
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