Title

André-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent

Caption

Engraving depicting André-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent. André-Jacques Garnerin (1769-1823) a French balloonist and inventor of the frameless parachute. Dated 18th Century

Date

18th century

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP23A14_178

License type

Rights managed

Available size

60.0Mb (5.4Mb) / 13.7in x 17.0in / 4107 x 5106 (300dpi)

Keywords

18th Century Engraving Engraved Illustration Illustrated André-Jacques Garnerin French France Design Parachute Chute Airdrop Flight Balloonist Inventor Invention Frameless Parachute Frameless Official Aeronaut of France Aeronaut 18th Century