The King and Queen etc. viewing a balloon let off in a garden of Windsor Castle.

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  SKU: 101643

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• ARTIST: James Basire

• MEDIUM: Engraving,

  DATE: 1793

• EDITION SIZE: Image size 7x 5" ( 177 x 125 mm)

• DESCRIPTION: This engraving by James Basire, titled "The King and Queen etc. Viewing a Balloon Let Off in a Garden of Windsor Castle," depicts King George III, Queen Charlotte, and the royal family witnessing Aimé Argand's balloon experiment on November 26, 1783. This historical scene captures one of the earliest balloon experiments in England, set against the backdrop of Windsor Castle. The detailed engraving portrays the royal family’s fascination as they observe the ascent of the balloon. <br><br> The artwork has been professionally drum mounted by a previous collector. A note was left by the previous collector on the mat which reads "The King said, 'See, it goes.'"

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 14 x 11" mat for handling.

• CONDITION: The print is in overall good condition. It exhibits normal toning for its age and has a center line fold crease. It has been professionally drum mounted by a previous collector.

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• CATEGORIES: 18th-19th Century Subjects , Aviation , Lighter than Air