Old engraving 1898, Old aviation, plane, glider • Lithograph, Original plate

• magnificent historical engraving from 1898, on the beginnings and origins of aviation: ship, airplane, glider, balloon • original document and not a simple reproduction • sheet size: 31 X 23 cm, ideal for framing • with more than 120 years of age, the state of conservation of this engraving is excellent • this piece is signed by antonin bessou • lithograph taken from an old larousse encyclopedia in french, a real time capsule which mixes information and the aesthetics of his time. • the sheet is a high quality vellum paper, in an elegant creamy white, which gives this print an unrivaled vintage charm. • other similar engravings: see my store or send me a message if you are looking for particular subjects, I offer a large number of subjects • for the purchase of several engravings please contact me to agree on a reduction.