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The flying ship. Book illustration from Library of Congress

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Photographic reproduction of a 18th century etching showing an airship designed by Brazilian Jesuit Bartolomeu de Gusmão. Ship has a bird's head and feathers, a boat-like body in which a man stands looking through a telescope, a flag with crest is attached to the rear of the ship. The sections are keyed by letter, legend not included; source of print is unknown.

Reproduction of an 18th century book illustration.

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airships flying book illustrations reproductions photographic prints lot 4700 photo ultra high resolution high resolution airship 18th century jesuit christian order jesuits flag inventions library of congress
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Date

1700 - 1800
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Library of Congress
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https://www.loc.gov/
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No known restrictions on publication.

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