Poster Print : HOT AIR BALLOON, 1875. The balloon Zenith, the first manned aircraft to exceed an altitude of 8
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HOT AIR BALLOON, 1875. The balloon Zenith, the first manned aircraft to exceed an altitude of 8
HOT AIR BALLOON, 1875.
The balloon Zenith, the first manned aircraft to exceed an altitude of 8, 000 meters, in transit between Paris and Arcachon in March of 1875. Drawing, possibly by Albert Tissandier, 1878
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Media ID 13642912
1875 1878 Albert Aviation Balloon Cloud Flight Hot Air Balloon March Paris Sketch Tissandier Zenith
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Hot Air Balloon, 1875 poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage image showcases the historic balloon Zenith, the first manned aircraft to soar above 8,000 meters, during its journey between Paris and Arcachon in March 1875. Experience the wonder and excitement of early aviation history with this beautiful and intriguing piece from The Granger Collection by Granger Art on Demand.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.9cm x 42cm (19.6" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the historic moment of the "Hot Air Balloon, 1875". The Zenith, a groundbreaking aircraft, is depicted in transit between Paris and Arcachon in March of that year. This remarkable drawing, possibly by Albert Tissandier in 1878, showcases the immense achievement of being the first manned aircraft to surpass an altitude of 8,000 meters. The image portrays the Zenith floating gracefully amidst a cloudy sky. Its grandeur is evident as it soars above the French landscape with its intricate design and sturdy structure. The attention to detail in this illustration allows viewers to appreciate both the exterior beauty and technical prowess required for such a feat. As we gaze upon this piece from Granger Art on Demand's collection, we are transported back to late 19th-century France when aviation was still in its infancy. It serves as a reminder of human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of exploration. This print not only commemorates an important milestone but also pays homage to those who dared to dream beyond what seemed possible at that time. It stands as a testament to human ambition and reminds us all that sometimes reaching new heights requires taking flight into uncharted territories.
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