Charles aux Thuilleries i. e. Tuileries le 1e decembre 1783
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Charles aux Thuilleries i. e. Tuileries le 1e decembre 1783
Charles aux Thuilleries i.e. Tuileries le 1e decembre 1783. Head-and-shoulders profile portrait of French balloonist JAC. Charles, who made the first flight in a hydrogen balloon, Dec. 1, 1783. Includes banner with caption Jusq alors san egal, le monarque des airs, y suivit son rival and large bird in foreground, with balloon in background. Date between 1790 and 1850
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1783 Decembre Thuilleries Tissandier Tuileries Aeronautics
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Charles aux Thuilleries: Tuileries le 1er décembre 1783" is a captivating head-and-shoulders portrait of Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, better known as J.A.C. Charles, the pioneering French balloonist who made history with the first manned flight in a hydrogen balloon on December 1, 1783. The image, dated between 1790 and 1850, showcases Charles in profile, gazing intently into the distance with a determined expression. A banner above his head reads "Jusq'ici sans égal, le monarque des airs," which translates to "Up until now, the monarch of the skies, he was followed by his rival." The intriguing caption alludes to the intense competition between Charles and his rival, the Montgolfier brothers, who had previously achieved success with hot air balloon flights. The large bird in the foreground, with its wings spread wide, adds an element of avian connection to the scene, further emphasizing the theme of flight. In the background, the iconic Tuileries Gardens can be seen, adding a sense of historical context to the image. The overall composition of the print, with its intricate details and elegant design, makes it a valuable addition to any collection focused on the history of aeronautics or the annals of scientific discovery. J.A.C. Charles' groundbreaking achievement marked the beginning of a new era in human exploration and transportation, paving the way for further advancements in ballooning and eventually, powered flight. This evocative portrait captures the spirit of innovation and the thrill of discovery that characterized the late 18th century, making it a must-have for scholars, historians, and enthusiasts of the age of enlightenment.
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