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Royal Vauxhall pre-flight consultation
Royal Vauxhall pre-flight consultation. Historical artwork depicting a meeting held prior to the flight of the Royal Vauxhall in 1836. The balloon flight, which set a record for distance covered in a balloon, departed from Vauxhall, London on 7th November and arrived in Weilburg, Germany, 18 hours later. The balloon is at upper left. The men depicted are, from left to right: Walter Prideaux, John Hollins, William James. Around the table are: Robert Hollond, Charles Green, and Thomas Monck Mason. Hollond, Green and Mason formed the Nassau Party who made the journey. Original painting by J. Hollins after an engraving by J. H. Robinson. Published in 1843
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1830s 1836 Aeronaut Aviation Aviation Pioneer Ballooning Balloonist Charles Discussing Discussion German Germany Group Portrait History Of Flight James Meeting November Pioneers Planning Plans Portraits Robert Room Table Talking Thomas Transport Transportation Young False Coloured Hollins Nassau Prideaux
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating Royal Vauxhall pre-flight consultation jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse and Science Photo Library. This intriguing historical artwork takes you on a journey to 1836, as important figures gather for a pre-flight consultation before the historic launch of the Royal Vauxhall. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this puzzle is not only a fun and engaging activity for puzzle enthusiasts, but also a beautiful addition to any room. Immerse yourself in history and challenge your mind with this captivating puzzle.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This historical artwork captures a significant moment in the history of aviation. The print depicts a pre-flight consultation held before the groundbreaking journey of the Royal Vauxhall balloon in 1836. Taking off from Vauxhall, London on November 7th, this remarkable balloon set a record for covering an impressive distance and landed in Weilburg, Germany after 18 hours. The upper left corner showcases the magnificent balloon itself, while the men gathered around the table engage in intense discussion and planning. From left to right, we see Walter Prideaux, John Hollins, and William James. Seated at the table are Robert Hollond, Charles Green, and Thomas Monck Mason - key figures who formed what was known as the Nassau Party responsible for undertaking this daring expedition. This beautifully colored illustration is a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancements during that era. It offers us a glimpse into their meticulous preparations as they discuss every aspect of this pioneering flight. The group portrait highlights these British and German individuals who played crucial roles in shaping early aviation history. Published in 1843 by J. Hollins after an engraving by J. H Robinson, this artwork serves as a reminder of our relentless pursuit of progress and exploration throughout time.
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