Charles aux Thuilleries i. e. Tuileries le 1er decembre 1783
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Charles aux Thuilleries i. e. Tuileries le 1er decembre 1783
Charles aux Thuilleries i.e. Tuileries le 1er decembre 1783. Head-and-shoulders profile portrait of French balloonist JAC. Charles, who made the first flight in a hydrogen balloon, Dec. 1, 1783. 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: A Portrait of Jacques Charles, Pioneering French Balloonist This evocative head-and-shoulders portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Jacques Charles, the French inventor and aeronaut who made history on December 1, 1783, by conducting the first successful manned flight in a hydrogen-filled hot air balloon. The image, titled "Charles aux Thuilleries, Tuileries le 1er décembre 1783," was created between 1790 and 1850. The backdrop of the portrait, adorned with the intricate designs of the Tuileries Gardens, adds an air of elegance and sophistication to the scene. Charles' intense gaze and furrowed brow suggest a deep concentration, as if he is already contemplating his next groundbreaking achievement in the realm of aeronautics. The artist's masterful use of shading and contrast creates a striking sense of depth and texture, further enhancing the intrigue and allure of this historical figure. Jacques Charles' pioneering flight, which took place just a few months after the Montgolfier brothers' successful tethered hot air balloon launch in June 1783, marked a significant milestone in the development of aviation technology. His balloon, named "The Jean-Jacques Rousseau," soared to an impressive altitude of 1,500 feet, allowing Charles and his passenger, Nicolas-Louis Robert, to experience breathtaking views of Paris from a bird's-eye perspective. This portrait serves as a testament to Jacques Charles' indomitable spirit and his unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of human exploration. The image is an essential addition to any collection focused on the history of aeronautics, the annals of scientific discovery, or the cultural milestones of the late 18th century.
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