12x15 Framed Print: Globo Furbovolponico-Politico-Areostatico Bomb-Proof Artwork - Perfect for Home Decor, Office Wall Art & Unique Gift Ideas

Proudly made in the USA, this high-quality framed reproduction print arrives ready-to-hang with hardware already fastened. The sturdy wood frame is black with a soft woodgrain pattern. Includes a genuine glass face -- not plexiglass. Outer dimension of the frame is 12x15 inches. Dimension of the print is 11x14 inches.About this image...Title: Globo Furbovolponico-Politico-Areostatico A Prova Di Bomba E Pistola, 1895Summary: Italian caricature of Italian statesman Francesco Crispi shown as a balloon "Ciccio" hovering above a group of men and women representing the country, the majority, the press, the opposition, the government, and the church fueled by the words of his critics. Crispi appears to be piloting the Italian ship of state through stormy skies, surrounded by anarchy and socialism.Date: 1895.Subject: Balloons (Aircraft)--Italy--1890-1900Subject: Crispi, Francesco,--1818-1901Subject: Politics & government--Italy--1890-1900Subject: Statesmen--Italy--1890-1900Collection: Tissandier Collection. The collection contains items documenting the early history of aeronautics with an emphasis on balloon flight in France and other European countries. Subjects include general and technical images of balloons, airships, and flying machines; portraits of famous balloonists; views of numerous ascensions, accidents, and world’s fairs; cartoons featuring balloon themes; pictorial and textual broadsides; and colorful ephemera and poster advertisements. There are also several hundred illustrations clipped from books and newspapers. The pictures, created by many different artists, span the years 1773 to 1910, with the bulk dating 1780-1890.

Image Title Globo Furbovolponico-Politico-Areostatico A Prova Di Bomba E Pistola, 1895

High quality framed print. Real glass face (not plexiglass).

Frame size 12x15 inches. Print size 11x14 inches.

Arrives ready-to-hang with hardware pre-attached.

Proudly made in the USA by ClassicPix.