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CHARLES BLONDIN (1824-1897). Assumed name of Jean Francois Gravelet. French tightrope walker. Blondin at the Crystal Palace, London, in 1861. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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CHARLES BLONDIN (1824-1897). Assumed name of Jean Francois Gravelet. French tightrope walker. Blondin at the Crystal Palace, London, in 1861. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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Cane Crystal Palace Francois Great Jean Medal Tight Rope Top Hat Walker Blondin
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This print captures the legendary Charles Blondin, a French tightrope walker, at the Crystal Palace in London in 1861. Known by his assumed name Jean Francois Gravelet, Blondin was an extraordinary performer who mesmerized audiences with his death-defying feats on the tightrope. In this wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper, we see Blondin suspended high above the ground, gracefully balancing himself on the thin rope. His confident stance is accentuated by his top hat and cane, adding an air of elegance to his daring act. The image showcases not only Blondin's remarkable physical abilities but also his showmanship and flair for spectacle. Blondin's performances at the Crystal Palace were nothing short of spectacular. He captivated both men and women alike with his audacious walks across Niagara Falls and other great heights around the world. This particular moment frozen in time represents a pinnacle of human achievement as well as a testament to courage and determination. The Granger Collection has beautifully preserved this historic wood engraving that immortalizes Charles Blondin's legacy as one of history's greatest tightrope walkers. It serves as a reminder that even in the middle of adversity, individuals can rise above their limitations to achieve greatness.
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