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Framed Print : Ballooning CVS01_01_040
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Ballooning CVS01_01_040
Tales of balloon flight. A hand-coloured engraving of a distant balloon ascending through clouds and rain. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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Media ID 12184971
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Balloon Engraving Flight Victorian
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Ballooning CVS01_01_040" by Historic England Archive. This captivating print transports you back in time with its intriguing depiction of a balloon ascending through clouds and rain. Hand-coloured and taken from the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating back to 1882-1892, this vintage engraving is a mesmerizing tale of early balloon flights. Bring a touch of history and charm to your home or office with this beautifully framed print.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
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This hand-coloured engraving from the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection takes us back to the enchanting era of Victorian balloon flight. The image showcases a distant hot air balloon gracefully ascending through billowing clouds and gentle rain, evoking a sense of wonder and adventure. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every stroke, capturing the essence of this extraordinary mode of transportation. The vibrant colors used in the hand-colouring process enhance the already breathtaking scene, transporting viewers to a time when ballooning was at its zenith. As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are reminded of the audacity and ingenuity displayed by those early pioneers who dared to defy gravity. Ballooning became an emblematic symbol of human curiosity and exploration during this period, representing mankind's relentless pursuit for knowledge and discovery. Preserved within Historic England Archive, this rare gem serves as a testament to our rich heritage and offers us a glimpse into an era long gone. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come since then while igniting our imagination with dreams of soaring through limitless skies. Let this mesmerizing engraving transport you back in time as you marvel at the beauty and elegance encapsulated within its frame. Allow yourself to be captivated by tales whispered by these ancient balloons that once carried intrepid adventurers towards uncharted horizons.
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