Title
Vivid view of 14th July celebration 1801
Caption
Vivid view of 14th July celebration 1801 (25 Messidor of year IX according to Republican calendar)
Coloured etching with frame (53.5 x 69 cm)
Muller-Quênot Collection
Info+
Friework display at l'Etoile, Champs Elysées organised by the diplomat Bonaparte, first display in the French Republic.
Paris, J. Chereau Rue Jacques near the Séverin Fountain n° 257.
Since the second half of the Directoire's rule, balloons were used to bring a touch of grandeur to public celebrations. They were often organised by Garnerin who made numerous ascents. Within the consulate he became a somewhat offical aeronaut and a particular favourite of the Parisian crowds.
Date
19th century
Credit line
Photo12/Association Muller Quenot Rosheim
Reference
MQR10A00_203
License type
Rights managed
Available size
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