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Three ballooning personalities
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Three ballooning personalities
Three miniature portraits of ballooning personalities, arranged in a triangle, with a small balloon at the centre, and signatures below. At the top is Charles Green (1785-1870), lower left Robert Hollond (1808-1877) and lower right Thomas Monck Mason (1803-1889).
19th century
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This intriguing triangular composition features three pioneering figures of the early ballooning era: Charles Green, Robert Hollond, and Thomas Monck Mason. Arranged around a small balloon at the center, their miniature portraits pay tribute to their significant contributions to the development of air transportation in the 19th century. At the apex of the triangle stands Charles Green (1785-1870), a British aeronaut known for his daring ascensions and innovative techniques. Green's pioneering work in hydrogen ballooning paved the way for further advancements in the field. Lower left, we find Robert Hollond (1808-1877), an Englishman who made history as the first person to cross the English Channel by balloon. His groundbreaking achievement in 1836 demonstrated the potential for long-distance balloon travel. Lastly, Thomas Monck Mason (1803-1889) occupies the lower right position. An accomplished engineer and inventor, Monck Mason is remembered for his work on improving the design and functionality of balloons. He also played a crucial role in establishing the Aeronautical Society of Great Britain, which later became The Royal Aeronautical Society. The signatures below each portrait add an intimate touch to this historical artifact, further emphasizing the personal connection to these remarkable figures. This image serves as a testament to the spirit of exploration and innovation that characterized the early days of ballooning.
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