Antique French Framed Hot Air Balloon Etching • Ascension du Sieur Adorne à la Citadelle de Strasbourg, 1784

A beautifully coloured antique etching depicting the early days of human flight, this print commemorates the 1784 ascent of Sieur Adorne’s hot air balloon above the Citadel of Strasbourg. Rendered in soft yellows, blues, and greys, the etching captures the romance and wonder of 18th-century ballooning, with fine detail across the richly decorated balloon and a scenic landscape below.

The text below reads:

“Ascension du Sieur Adorne à la Citadelle de Strasbourg 1784”

Presented in its original slim gold-tone wooden frame with a timeworn patina that perfectly complements the age of the piece. Light foxing and a water stain near the base of the mount lend character and authenticity to this charming historical print.

A striking and nostalgic artwork, ideal for lovers of flight, history, or early French ephemera.

Dimensions;
Full length: 39cm x width: 29cm