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First aerial voyage under the direction of Monsieur Mongolfier, engraved by Nicolas Delaunay (1739-92), 1783 (engraving)
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First aerial voyage under the direction of Monsieur Mongolfier, engraved by Nicolas Delaunay (1739-92), 1783 (engraving)
3869788 First aerial voyage under the direction of Monsieur Mongolfier, engraved by Nicolas Delaunay (1739-92), 1783 (engraving) by Lorimier, Etienne Chevalier de (1759-1813) (after); (add.info.: First aerial voyage in the presence of the dauphin. Conducted in the garden of the Muette Chateau. Under the direction of Mr Montgolfier. By the Marquis d Arlandes and Pilatre de Rozier. On this flight Jean-Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) and the Francois Laurent le Vieux d Arlandes (1742-1809) flew about 3, 000 feet (910 m) above Paris for a distance of nine kilometers.
The Montgolfier brothers, Joseph-Michel (1740-1810) and Jacques-Etienne (1745-99), paper manufacturers from Annonay, are better known as aviation pioneers and inventors of the Montgolfiere-style hot air balloon, globe aerostatique.); Photo © Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2022
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The captivating engraving captures the historic moment of the first aerial voyage under the direction of Monsieur Mongolfier. Created by Nicolas Delaunay in 1783, this print showcases the pioneering spirit and groundbreaking achievement of early flight. In the presence of the dauphin, this remarkable event took place in the garden of Muette Chateau. Led by Mr. Montgolfier, Marquis d Arlandes and Pilatre de Rozier embarked on a journey that would forever change human perception of aviation. Ascending to an impressive height of 3,000 feet above Paris, they traversed a distance of nine kilometers. The image beautifully portrays their hot air balloon floating gracefully against the city skyline, creating an awe-inspiring sight for all who witnessed it. The Montgolfier brothers, Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Etienne, renowned paper manufacturers from Annonay, are celebrated as inventors of the Montgolfiere-style hot air balloon. Their ingenuity paved the way for future advancements in aeronautics and established them as true pioneers in aviation history. This engraving serves as a testament to their vision and determination to conquer new heights. It encapsulates not only their triumph but also symbolizes humanity's insatiable desire to explore uncharted territories. Preserved through time by Derek Bayes' lens, this print is a reminder of our endless fascination with flight and how these early adventurers laid down foundations that continue to shape modern aviation today.
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