Balloonist Collection (#6)

Richard Branson Virgin boss and Per Lindstrand seen here in Japan preparing to attempt the first crossing of the Pacific by Hot Air Balloon. December 1990

The Gordon Bennett Balloon race 1925

Carl Fisher - owner of the first American automobile dealership based in Indianapolis; pictured piloting a Balloon over the cityOs downtown area with a Stoddard-Dayton motorcar suspended beneath it

Captain Davidson seen here putting on an exhibition of balloon jumping at Ranelagh. May 1927 P001277

The balloon flight to cross the alps gets under way. The flight replicates one made by the Daily Mirror in 1910. P000938

Balloon ascent opens Bath Festival: The Bath Festival, which began on Thursday (6. 6
Balloon ascent opens Bath Festival: The Bath Festival, which began on Thursday (6.6.63) is " looking up" this year. The balloon pictured at the start of its ascent

One of 18 balloons competing in the Gordon Bennett Cup Balloon Race this year (1925) starting point Brussels, Belgium, Sunday 7th June 1925. Our Picture Shows

Albert Finney. October 1966 P007005

Disney entertainer Wally Boag enjoys the fun of delighting small children with his balloon tricks, during a visit to Manchester. November 1948 P004565

The Rise and Fall of the Ferdinand Eimermacher: Five interpid balloonists came down to earth with a bump on Friday(7-10-66).They had to make an emergency landing when their balloon

The Gordon Bennett Balloon Race in Brussels Belgium in June 7th 1925

Pretty receptionist, 23 yr old Lynne Roberts, attempts a Charles Atlas pose beneath one of the huge balloons destined to fly over the British pavilion at the Expo 70.The exhibition will open at

Pretty receptionist, 23 yr old Lynne Roberts, attempts a Charles Atlas pose beneath one of the huge balloons destined to fly over the British pavilion at the Expo 70.The exhibition will open at

Early Hot Air balloon in flight. September 1912

Mr. Console, a Daily Mirror staff photographer flew across the Alps in a balloon in August 1912 accompanied by a Captain Spelterini. Mr

Record attempt. Hanger Kite and Balloon. Attempt to beat World Record. Human Kite man Ken Messenger launches from a hot air balloon

A last minute discussion before Albert Finney sails into the blue, apparently alone in his balloon.On the right is Malcolm Brighton, one of Finneys hidden crew. October 1966 P006020

Record attempt. Hanger Kite and Balloon. Attempt to beat World Record. Human Kite man Ken Messenger launches from a hot air balloon

Captain Frederick Gustavus Burnaby, 1842-1885, balloonist

Mr. Green in the Albion Balloon, Having Ascended from Vauxhall Gardens, August 12, 1842, ca. 1842

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Aerostation out at Elbows, or The Itinerant Aeronaut, September 5, 1785

The Stratosphere Balloon, 1935. Creator: Yung, Vladimir Grigoryevich (1889-1942)
The Stratosphere Balloon, 1935. Found in the Collection of State Museum- and exhibition Centre ROSIZO, Moscow

A ballooning accident, 1932. Creator: Unknown
A ballooning accident, 1932. Un Accident en Ballon. A Monsieur Debaisieux and two companions were injured when their hot air balloon crashed into the roof of police headquarters in Lille, France

Sadler Over The Lighthouse, Dublin, 1817, (1920). Creator: Robert Havell
Sadler Over The Lighthouse, Dublin, 1817, (1920). James Sadler (1753-1828) above Dublin Lighthouse on route to Holyhead 24 July 1817 by artist Robert Havell. Photogravure

The re-opening of Hungerford Market, Westminster, London, 1833. Scene showing the ascent of Mr Graham in his hot air balloon

Andre Jacques Garnerin, French aeronaut and the first parachutist, c1800 (1910). Garnerin (1769-1823) became a balloon inspector in the French Army in 1793

Illustration depicting Charles Greens balloon, 19th century
Illustration depicting Charles Greens balloon

Engraving depicting Ernest P tins flying machine: P tin, a Paris milliner r designed this machine in 1850 and, although it was never built, it had many features of later actual airships

Henry Tracey Coxwell, 1819 -1900. English Aeronaut. From The Strand Magazine, Published 1896

James Sadler And Captain Paget R. N. Ascending In A Balloon From Mermaid Tavern Gardens, Hackney, London, August, 1811
James Sadler And Captain Paget R.N. Ascending In A Balloon From Mermaid Tavern Gardens, Hackney, London, August, 1811

Marquis D arlandes Balloon FranAzois Laurent Marquis D arlande 1742-1809 French Pioneer Of Hot Air Ballooning From The Book Wondeful Balloon Ascents Or The Conquest Of The Skies Published C 1870

Le Flesselle Balloon Made By The Montgolfier Brothers 1784 From The Book Wondeful Balloon Ascents Or The Conquest Of The Skies Published C 1870

The Minerva Balloon Designed By etienne Gaspard Robert 1763-1837 Belgian Stage Magician
The Minerva Balloon Designed By Etienne Gaspard Robert 1763-1837 Belgian Stage Magician, Physics Lecturer And Keen Balloonist From The Book Wondeful Balloon Ascents Or The Conquest Of The Skies

Aerostation out at Elbows or The Itinerant Aeronaut, 1786. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Aerostation out at Elbows or The Itinerant Aeronaut, 1786. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century

Mr. Robert Cocking - Aviator

Charles Durant, the first American aeronaut, ascending in his balloon over Boston, 13 September 1834
HOT AIR BALLOON ASCENT. Charles Durant, the first American aeronaut, ascending in his balloon over Boston, 13 September 1834. 19th century engraving

Balloons in the Siege of Paris, 1870-1 C017 / 7840
Balloons in the Siege of Paris. 1874 broadside listing the balloons used to evade the Siege of Paris (1870-71) during the Franco-Prussian War

Jacques Charles, French balloonist
Jacques Alexandre Cesar Charles (1746-1823), French chemist, physicist and aeronaut, historical artwork. A scientist and professor of physics

Biot Jean Baptiste, French physicist
Jean Baptiste Biot (1774-1862), French physicist. Biots most famous work concerned optical activity. He showed for the first time that different types of quartz rotate the plane of polarised light in

Colonel Frederick Burnaby in his hot air balloon, 1882
Engraving showing Colonel Frederick Burnaby (1842-1885), the English soldier and explorer, in his hot-air balloon just prior to his 1882 crossing of the English Channel

Figure and exact proportions of the Aerostatic Globe, 1786. Found in the Collection of Library of Congress, Washington D. C

The Balloon or The defense of Paris, 1870-1871. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Balloon Ascent. Artist: Kaemmerer, Frederik Hendrik (1839-1902)
Balloon Ascent. Private Collection

Poster for the Potolowsky Glove Manufacturer, 1897. Artist: Orlik, Emil (1870?1932)
Poster for the Potolowsky Glove Manufacturer, 1897. From a private collection

Ascent of a Balloon in the Presence of the Court of Charles IV, ca. 1783. Artist: Carnicero, Antonio (1748-1814)
Ascent of a Balloon in the Presence of the Court of Charles IV, ca. 1783. Found in the collection of the Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao

The Brothers Montgolfier, 18th century, (1910). Artist: JC De Mayr
The Brothers Montgolfier, 1910. Joseph-Michel Montgolfier (1740-1810) and Jacques-Etienne Montgolfier (1745-1799) were the inventors of the Montgolfiere-style hot air balloon

Title-Page of one of the Pamphlets written by Vincent Lunardi, 1786, (1910). Artist: Vincenzo Lunardi
Title-Page of one of the Pamphlets written by Vincent Lunardi, 1786, (1910). Vicenzo Lunardi (1759-1806) was a pioneering Italian aeronaut, born in Lucca

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"The Balloonist: A Journey through Time and Space" Step into the fascinating world of balloonists, where adventure knows no bounds. From the early days of aerostation to modern-day explorations, these fearless individuals have captured our imagination throughout history. The Schneider Trophy, a prestigious air race in the 1920s and 1930s, showcased the incredible skills of balloonists as they pushed the limits of speed and innovation. Their daring feats inspired awe and admiration. Alexander Friedman, a Soviet cosmologist, saw balloons as more than just vessels for flight. He envisioned them as tools for scientific exploration, allowing us to reach new heights and uncover secrets hidden in the skies above. In "The Adventures of Uncle Lubin, " an enchanting children's book from 1902 illustrated by W Heath Robinson, we are transported to a whimsical world where balloonists embark on magical journeys filled with wonder and excitement. Dating back even further is Robertson's Minerve balloon from 1804—a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with flight. This pioneering creation paved the way for future advancements in aviation technology. During the US Civil War, observation balloons played a crucial role in gathering intelligence on enemy movements. These floating platforms provided valuable insights that shaped military strategies during this tumultuous time. Before taking off on their daring expeditions, balloonists would consult with experts at Royal Vauxhall—an iconic pre-flight ritual that ensured safety precautions were meticulously followed before embarking on their airborne adventures. F. H Butler was one such intrepid individual who graced Vanity Fair magazine's pages—an esteemed recognition for his contributions to ballooning history. His passion for flight propelled him skyward amidst an era defined by courage and audacity. Gaspard-Felix Tournachon—known as Nadar—was not only a renowned French photographer but also an avid supporter of ballooning endeavors. Through his lens, he captured breathtaking images that immortalized the spirit of these airborne pioneers.