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Glass Coaster : Charles Greens Great Nassau balloon passing Battersea Bridge on the Thames, shortly after its ascent at London, England, in August 1845. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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Charles Greens Great Nassau balloon passing Battersea Bridge on the Thames, shortly after its ascent at London, England, in August 1845. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
GREENs BALLOON, 1845.
Charles Greens Great Nassau balloon passing Battersea Bridge on the Thames, shortly after its ascent at London, England, in August 1845. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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Media ID 10716982
1845 Ascent August Aviation Ballooning Bridge Flight Great Green Idea Invention Journey London Nassau Steam Steamboat Thames River Victorian Battersea
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 5.8cm (3" x 2.3")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This wood engraving captures the historic moment when Charles Green's Great Nassau balloon gracefully soared over Battersea Bridge on the Thames in August 1845. The image, sourced from a contemporary English newspaper, beautifully portrays the grandeur of this aviation marvel during its ascent in London, England. In an era marked by innovation and invention, Green's daring flight symbolized humanity's relentless pursuit of exploration and adventure. As the balloon majestically passed over the iconic bridge, spectators marveled at this groundbreaking mode of transportation that defied gravity itself. The scene is reminiscent of a Victorian maritime painting with its meticulous attention to detail. The bustling river below showcases a steamboat gliding through the calm waters while adding a touch of modernity to this otherwise timeless setting. This wood engraving immortalizes not only Green's remarkable journey but also represents an idea taking flight - one that would forever change our perception of travel and open up new possibilities for future generations. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our ceaseless desire to push boundaries. As we gaze upon this print today, it evokes feelings of awe and wonderment at how far we have come since that fateful day in August 1845 when Charles Green embarked on his pioneering aerial adventure above London's skies.
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