A selection of 'ballooniana' objects, late 18th century.
1783-1810
Model of balloon, in glass and metal, 10", containing 4 scent bottles. French. With wooden travelling case, [contemporary, 30x16x16cm, inlay edge, some damage].
Model of balloon, in glass and metal, 10', containing 4 scent bottles.French. With wooden travelling case.The objects, from the Penn-Gaskell collection, are: a model of a balloon which opens up to reveal four scent bottles, two teapots, two snuff boxes and an ornamental plate. Public balloon ascents began to be held in pleasure gardens after the first successful balloon ascents in Paris in 1783.
Details
- Category:
- Penn-Gaskell Collection
- Object Number:
- 1946-150
- type:
- containers, depictions, balloons and hot-air balloons
- credit:
- Penn-Gaskell Collection
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