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Metal Print : First manned flight in a hydrogen-filled balloon made by Jacques Charles and Nicolas-Louis
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First manned flight in a hydrogen-filled balloon made by Jacques Charles and Nicolas-Louis
First manned flight in a hydrogen-filled balloon made by Jacques Charles and Nicolas-Louis Robert from the Tuileries, Paris, France, 1 December 1783. Travelled 36km in 2 hours 5 minutes. Aeronautics Aviation Ballooning Flying
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1783 Aeronautics Aviation Balloon Ballooning Charles Chromolithograph December Flight Flying Hours Jacques Minutes Paris Robert Travelled Tuileries Manned
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Experience the thrill of history with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Print of the first manned flight in a hydrogen-filled balloon. Witness the groundbreaking achievement of Jacques Charles and Nicolas-Louis Robert as they soared through the skies of Paris on 1 December 1783. Travel back in time with this high-quality metal print, featuring an authentic image from Universal Images Group (UIG) of the iconic moment when man first took flight in a hydrogen-filled balloon, covering a distance of 36km in just 2 hours and 5 minutes. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and relive the excitement of this remarkable milestone in aviation history.
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 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
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 chromolithograph captures a momentous event in history - the first manned flight in a hydrogen-filled balloon. On December 1,1783, Jacques Charles and Nicolas-Louis Robert embarked on an extraordinary journey from the Tuileries in Paris, France. The image showcases their pioneering spirit and the marvel of early aviation. The vibrant colors bring to life the excitement that must have filled the air as this groundbreaking feat unfolded. Against a picturesque backdrop of Parisian landmarks, including the iconic Eiffel Tower yet to be built, Charles and Robert soar through the sky with grace and courage. In just two hours and five minutes, they covered an impressive distance of 36 kilometers. This remarkable achievement marked a significant milestone in aeronautics history, forever changing our understanding of flight possibilities. The image not only celebrates human ingenuity but also highlights the beauty of ballooning as an art form. The delicate details captured by this print showcase both technical precision and artistic flair. As we gaze upon this historic scene frozen in time, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of exploration and innovation. It serves as a timeless reminder that dreams can indeed take flight when fueled by determination and imagination.
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