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Image Title: Apotheosis Of Montgolfier, circa 1790

Date: Between 1790 and 1820

Summary: Allegorical print shows the elevation of the Montgolfier brothers, French balloonists, to divine status. A man (possibly Etienne Montgolfier) sits on top of a Montgolfier balloon while ascending into the clouds while holding a portrait of Joseph Montgolfier. Surrounding figures include an angel, the gods Neptune and Mars, and people preparing a sacrifice.

Subjects: Balloons (Aircraft)--1790-1820
Montgolfier, Jacques-Etienne,--1745-1799
Montgolfier, Joseph-Michel,--1740-1810
Supernatural beings--1790-1820

Original Media: Etching

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