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Unfortunate death of the inventor of a parachute (colour litho)
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Unfortunate death of the inventor of a parachute (colour litho)
2782488 Unfortunate death of the inventor of a parachute (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unfortunate death of the inventor of a parachute. Francois Reichelt was killed when he jumped from the first platform of the Eiffel Tower in an attempt to test a parachute suit for aviators. Un Malheureux Inventeur, Pour Experimenter Son Parachute, Se Lance De La Tour Eiffel Ets Ecrase Sur Le Sol. Illustration for Le Petit Parisien (Supplement Litteraire Illustre), 18 February 1912.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22422204
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Accident Eiffel Tower Fall Falling Inventor Jump Jumping Killed Misadventure Parachute Parachuting Parachutist Testing Tragedy Unfortunate Accidents
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This print captures the tragic moment of the "Unfortunate death of the inventor of a parachute". In this color lithograph by French School, we witness the ill-fated attempt by Francois Reichelt to test his revolutionary parachute suit for aviators. The scene unfolds at the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris on February 18,1912. With great anticipation and audacity, Reichelt jumps from the first platform of the tower, hoping to prove his invention's effectiveness. However, fate had other plans as he plummets towards the ground below. This image freezes that heart-stopping instant when tragedy strikes. The composition is filled with a sense of impending doom and desperation. The viewer can almost feel their own stomach drop as they witness this fatal misadventure unfold before their eyes. It serves as a stark reminder of both human ambition and our vulnerability to unforeseen circumstances. Through this artwork, we are reminded that innovation often comes at a high cost. Reichelt's untimely demise stands as a testament to those who dare to push boundaries in pursuit of progress. As we gaze upon this haunting image, let us reflect on how even in moments of triumph or failure, history continues to be shaped by those brave enough to take risks – sometimes paying the ultimate price for their dreams.
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