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Framed Print : Bird's Eye View Of Paris To Advertise Balloon Ascensions At The 1878 World's Fair
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Bird's Eye View Of Paris To Advertise Balloon Ascensions At The 1878 World's Fair
Bird's Eye View Of Paris To Advertise Balloon Ascensions At The 1878 World's Fair, France, And The Basket Of Henri Giffard's Captive Balloon, 1878
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Media ID 28356584
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1878 Balloon Basket Birds Eye View Captive Henri Paris Worlds Fair Advertise Ascensions
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the "Bird's Eye View Of Paris To Advertise Balloon Ascensions At The 1878 World's Fair" by Univers al His tory Archive from Universal Images Group (UIG). This stunning image transports you to the heart of Paris during the 1878 World's Fair, where hot air balloon ascensions were all the rage. Witness the breathtaking bird's eye view of the city, with Henri Giffard's captive balloon prominently displayed in the foreground. Add an air of vintage elegance and historical charm to any room with this exquisitely framed print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 24.4cm (7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the enchanting world of 19th-century Paris, where the skies were filled with wonder and adventure. The image showcases a bird's eye view of the City of Lights during the 1878 World's Fair, serving as an advertisement for balloon ascensions that took place during this grand event. The intricate engravement technique used in this vintage piece transports us to a bygone era, capturing the essence of Victorian arts and culture. The attention to detail is remarkable, allowing us to marvel at every architectural masterpiece that dots the cityscape. In focus is Henri Giffard's captive balloon, its majestic basket suspended beneath it like a tiny dot against the vast expanse of sky. This sight would have surely enticed visitors from all corners of France and beyond to experience an exhilarating ascent into Parisian heavens. As we gaze upon this retro-styled print, we can't help but imagine ourselves among those fortunate souls who had the privilege to witness such a spectacle firsthand. It serves as a reminder that even in our modern age, there is still magic in looking up at the sky and dreaming of soaring above it all. Univers al His tory Archive brings history alive through their collection of evocative images like these – transporting us across time and space with each carefully curated piece. Let this mesmerizing photograph ignite your imagination and take you on a journey through one of history's most iconic cities: Paris.
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