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Lunardis first ascent in England, Artillery Grounds - 1784
Lunardis first ascent in England, Artillery Grounds, Moorfields, September 15, 1784
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Media ID 19920814
© The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library) / Mary Evans Picture Library
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience history come to life with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic image of Lunard's first ascent in England, captured in the Artillery Grounds of Moorfields on September 15, 1784. Rights managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this stunning poster brings you closer to the thrilling moment when Lunard achieved the impossible, ascending over 200 feet using a hot air balloon. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike, this poster is sure to add character and depth to any room in your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.6cm (11.9" x 8.1")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print commemorates the historic first ascent of the Montgolfier brothers' hot air balloon, the "Montgolfier Number 5," in England on September 15, 1784. The scene unfolds in the Artillery Grounds of Moorfields, where a large crowd has gathered to witness the momentous event. The Montgolfier Number 5, a magnificent creation of the Enlightenment era, is shown ascending gracefully into the sky, its brightly colored fabric billowing in the wind. The Montgolfier brothers, Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Étienne, had already made history with their first successful hot air balloon flight on June 4, 1783, in France. Their groundbreaking invention had captured the imagination of the world, and the demand for balloon flights was growing. This particular flight in England was organized by the renowned scientist and polymath, the Reverend John Wilkinson, who had been instrumental in bringing the Montgolfier brothers' invention to England. The print captures the sense of excitement and wonder that surrounded this event. The crowd, a mix of the curious, the skeptical, and the enthusiastic, watches in awe as the balloon rises higher and higher, eventually disappearing from sight. The Montgolfier brothers, who are depicted in the print, are shown waving from the basket, their faces filled with a mixture of relief, joy, and anticipation. This print is a testament to the power of human ingenuity and the spirit of adventure that defined the late 18th century. It is a reminder of a time when the impossible seemed within reach and the world was filled with the promise of new discoveries. The Montgolfier brothers' hot air balloon marked the beginning of a new era in transportation and opened up a new frontier for exploration and scientific discovery.
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