Miniature Hot-air Balloon Basket In Bronze And Brass - Early 20th Century

Rare and singular miniature hot-air balloon basket made in bronze and brass at the beginning of the 20th century. With remarkable attention to detail, this three-dimensional composition depicts an aeronaut's equipment: braided basket, ropes, ballast bags, anchor and various accessories related to aerial navigation.

The set bears witness to the excitement generated by the beginnings of aerostation and the first great aerial adventures that marked the late 19th and early 20th centuries. More than a simple model, this is a genuine object of curiosity evoking the fascinating world of the pioneers of the air.

The quality of the cast iron, the finesse of the inserts and the beautiful antique patina give this piece a highly original decorative character. It will naturally find its place in a cabinet of curiosities, a collection dedicated to aeronautics or among antique scientific and technical objects.

Beautiful condition with an original patina showing the normal wear of time.

Era: Early 20th century

Materials: Bronze, brass and marbrenoire base

Dimensions:11 cm x 16.5 cm x 14 cm