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Snuff box with ballooning scene, late 18th century. Creator: Aubert
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Snuff box with ballooning scene, late 18th century. Creator: Aubert
Snuff box with ballooning scene, late 18th century. The scene represents the launch of the first small Charliere gas balloon from the Champ de Mars in Paris, 27 August 1783. A small applauding crowd is gathered, and two men are shaking hands. The hydrogen generating barrels are shown. Round ivory snuff box with a ballooning scene painted on ivory set into the lid. The painting is signed Aubert, and is under glass in a copper alloy frame. The box is made from multiple pieces of ivory glued together. Bands of a different shade of ivory are inset into the edges of the box
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This print showcases a remarkable snuff box from the late 18th century, featuring an exquisite ballooning scene. Created by Aubert, this piece of art depicts the historic launch of the first small Charliere gas balloon from the Champ de Mars in Paris on August 27,1783. The scene beautifully captures a small applauding crowd gathered to witness this groundbreaking event, while two men can be seen shaking hands in celebration. The snuff box itself is crafted from round ivory pieces meticulously glued together, with bands of a different shade of ivory inset into its edges. The lid is adorned with a stunning painting on ivory set under glass and framed in copper alloy. Signed by Aubert himself, this artwork pays homage to the early days of aviation and exploration. As we delve into history through this image, we are transported back to an era when flight was still considered magical and mysterious. This commemorative snuff box serves as both a memento and educational artifact that symbolizes human curiosity and our relentless pursuit of knowledge. Preserved at the National Air and Space Museum (NASM), this extraordinary piece reminds us of our rich heritage in air transport and scientific institutions. It stands as a testament to the ingenuity and courage displayed by pioneers like Jacques Alexandre Cesar Charles and Nicolas Louis Robert who dared to venture into uncharted skies aboard hydrogen balloons. Through its intricate details and artistic brilliance, this photograph invites us to appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also the significance it holds within our collective memory.
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