Nevers Plate Depicting The Rise Of The Robert Brothers
Nevers Manufactory. Polychrome earthenware plate with a hot air balloon design, circa 1783.
This plate depicts the ascent of the Robert brothers on December 1, 1783, in the Tuileries Gardens. Their hydrogen-filled balloon flew to an altitude of nearly 600 meters, remained aloft for over two hours, and traveled a distance of 44 kilometers. They landed in Nesles-la-Vallée.
This plate depicts the ascent of the Robert brothers on December 1, 1783, in the Tuileries Gardens. Their hydrogen-filled balloon flew to an altitude of nearly 600 meters, remained aloft for over two hours, and traveled a distance of 44 kilometers. They landed in Nesles-la-Vallée.
480 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Earthenware
Diameter: 23 cm
Reference (ID): 1717898
Availability: In stock
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