View of journalist Joseph Croce-Spinelli, naval officer Henri Sivel, and Gaston Tissandier
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View of journalist Joseph Croce-Spinelli, naval officer Henri Sivel, and Gaston Tissandier
View of journalist Joseph Croce-Spinelli, naval officer Henri Sivel, and Gaston Tissandier in the basket of the balloon, Zenith, after losing consciousness due to lack of oxygen after reaching an altitude of nearly 28, 000 ft. near Paris, France, April, 1875
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12875045
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1800s 1875 1900s 19th April Balloon Basket Early Engraved Gaston Henri Joseph Journalist Lack Naval Nineteenth Nostalgia Nostalgic Officer Old Fashioned Picture Reaching Tissandier Traditional Altitude Consciousness Crocé Spinelli Losing Oxygen Sivel Zenith
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures a moment of both triumph and danger in the history of aviation. In April 1875, journalist Joseph Croce-Spinelli, naval officer Henri Sivel, and Gaston Tissandier found themselves in the basket of the balloon Zenith, soaring to an astonishing altitude of nearly 28,000 feet near Paris, France. However, their ascent came at a price as they soon lost consciousness due to lack of oxygen. The engraved image showcases the three men suspended high above the ground in their fragile vessel. The retro-styled artwork beautifully portrays this historic event from the 19th century with its illustrative technique and Victorian charm. It takes us back to a time when air travel was still a daring endeavor filled with uncertainty. The picture serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days of flight. It evokes feelings of nostalgia for an era when exploration and discovery were met with equal parts excitement and trepidation. This engraving is not just an old-fashioned piece of art; it represents a significant milestone in our collective history. As we gaze upon this aged print from the Liszt Collection, we are transported back to that fateful day in April 1875 when these brave individuals pushed boundaries and expanded human understanding. Their story reminds us that progress often comes at great risk but also holds immense rewards for those willing to venture into uncharted territories.
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