Metal Print : The fatal ballooning accident of Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier

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The fatal ballooning accident of Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier

3732772 The fatal ballooning accident of Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the fatal ballooning accident of Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1756-1783) a French chemistry and physics teacher. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38469992

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Balloon Ballooning Boulogne Channel Chemistry Crash Deceased English Channel Fatal Hot Air Balloon Physics

15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print

Step into a world of artistry with our Metal Prints from Media Storehouse! This stunning piece, 'The Fatal Ballooning Accident of Jean-François Pilâtre de Rozier', by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, brings the 18th-century engraving to life in bold metal tones. A dramatic and thought-provoking addition to any room's decor.

Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting engraving captures the tragic moment of the fatal ballooning accident of Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier, a pioneering French chemistry and physics teacher. In the 18th century, as aviation was still in its infancy, de Rozier bravely took to the skies in a hot air balloon over the English Channel. However, this daring flight ended in disaster, resulting in his untimely death. The image depicts the harrowing crash that claimed de Rozier's life, highlighting the risks and dangers faced by early aviators. The detailed illustration conveys a sense of motion and chaos as the balloon descends towards its tragic end. Despite his unfortunate fate, Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier remains a symbol of courage and exploration in the history of flight. His passion for pushing boundaries and advancing scientific knowledge ultimately cost him his life but left an indelible mark on aviation history. This print serves as a poignant reminder of both the triumphs and tragedies that have shaped our understanding of flight. It is a testament to human ingenuity and ambition, tempered by the sobering reality of mortality in pursuit of progress.

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