June 2012 Auction Ends Thursday, June 28th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/28/2012
CDV photo of the hot air balloon ''Intrepid'' used for spying, developed by aeronautical inventor Professor Thaddeus S.C. Lowe, who stands next to the balloon as it's inflated. A caption on the image's border contains the date 1862. Verso bears a printed message that reads: ''Brady's Album Gallery / No. 423 / Professor Lowe inflating Balloon Intrepid / To Reconnoiter Battle of Fair Oaks''. Measures 4'' x 2.5''. Toning and asymmetrical border, else near fine.
Period CDV of Professor Lowe's Spy Balloon
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