Exceptional original drawing 19th century hot air balloon Belle Epoque 1878 H. Scott

  

Superb original pen drawing by Henry Louis Scott, "The captive balloon in the Tuileries courtyard." The large captive balloon of Mr.

Giffard, Universal Exhibition of 1878. Drawing of incredible finesse, undoubtedly a preparatory drawing for the engraving that was published during the Universal Exhibition. Good condition, fine paper similar to tracing paper, slight defects and creases, old restorations, modern quality framing, drawing dimensions 26cm x 18.6cm, total dimensions with framing 44cm x 37cm.