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The Battle of the Balloons
The Battle of the Balloons. A fanciful image depicting four balloons with flags and sails, their passengers in close aerial combat. The opponents appear to be British and French.
circa 18th century
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Media ID 7474913
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Artillery Balloon Ballooning Cannon Canon Combat Fanciful Firing Future Futuristic Gondola Guns Opponents Passengers Rifle Rifles Sails Warfare Weapon Weapons
7"x5" Glass Mount
Wall mounted or free-standing, these black edged glass frames feature a smooth chamfered edge and a stylish black border (on back face of the glass). Manufactured from 4mm thick glass, Glass Mounts are a durable, professional way of displaying and protecting your prints. Your 7x5 print is slotted into the back of the frame so can easily be changed if needed.
Tempered Glass Mounts are ideal for wall display, plus the smaller sizes can also be used free-standing via an integral stand
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
The Battle of the Balloons: A Fanciful Vision of 18th Century Aerial Combat This image, titled "The Battle of the Balloons," transports us back to an era of innovation and imagination, where the skies were a new frontier for warfare. The scene depicts four balloons, each adorned with national flags and sails, engaged in a fierce aerial combat between British and French opponents. The futuristic transportation method, with its gondolas suspended beneath, represented the pinnacle of early aviation technology. The passengers, dressed in the finest attire of the time, prepare for battle, armed with rifles and cannons. The balloons, with their elegant sails billowing in the wind, seem to defy gravity as they maneuver in the sky. The contrast between the serene beauty of the balloons and the intensity of the combat is striking. Smoke billows from the cannons, adding an element of danger and uncertainty to the scene. The opponents, locked in their aerial duel, exchange gunfire, their rifles at the ready. This fanciful image, created in the 18th century, offers a glimpse into the imaginative world of early aviation and warfare. It is a testament to the human spirit of exploration and the ingenuity that drives us to push the boundaries of what is possible. The Battle of the Balloons serves as a reminder that even in the most unlikely of places, conflict can arise, and innovation can lead to new and uncharted territories.
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