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Lunardis second Grand Air Balloon
Mr Lunardis second Grand Air Balloon, in which he ascended from the Artillery Ground on 13 May, and with Mr Biggin and Mrs Sage from St Georges Fields on 29 June.
May-June 1785
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1780s 1785 Artillery Ascended Ascent Ballooning Biggin Crest Fields Lion Lunardi Oars Passengers Sage Steering Unicorn Wings
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This print depicts the second Grand Air Balloon of the renowned Italian aeronaut, Jean-Pierre Blanchard, flying under the name of Lunardi. The balloon, which ascended from the Artillery Ground on May 13, 1785, with Lunardi himself and Mr. Biggin as passengers, is shown here with an additional ascent on June 29, this time with Mrs. Sage from St. George's Fields as a passenger. The balloon's elegant design features intricate crests and decorative elements, including a lion and unicorn, symbolizing the British monarchy. The early 1780s marked a period of great excitement and innovation in the field of ballooning. Lunardi's Grand Air Balloon was a significant advancement in transportation and steering capabilities, with oars attached to the sides for control. The passengers, dressed in fashionable attire of the era, appear both thrilled and apprehensive as they prepare for their journey into the sky. The print's intricate details reveal the elaborate planning and engineering required for these early flights. The balloon's wings, or "envelopes," are filled with hot air, generated by a fire burning beneath the basket. The passengers' safety and comfort were a top priority, and the use of multiple passengers and the addition of a woman to the crew demonstrate the growing acceptance and popularity of ballooning as a form of transportation and entertainment. This print, from the National Aerospace Library's collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the early days of aviation and the sense of wonder and adventure that surrounded the pioneering efforts of men like Jean-Pierre Blanchard, who pushed the boundaries of human flight.
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