09/01/2026
Elevate your walls with a piece of supersonic history. This matching pair of beautifully framed vintage prints carries an incredible backstory, directly tying the birth of flight to the peak of luxury modern aviation.During the late 1970s and 1980s, Air France celebrated its legendary Concorde supersonic service with an iconic, unexpected branding choice. To contrast the cutting-edge, Mach-2 technology of the Concorde, first-class passengers were presented with premium, curated menus featuring whimsical illustrations celebrating the earliest pioneers of French aviation.This beautifully preserved pair features two of the most famous historical French designs:"La Minerve" (Left): A fascinating, grand 1803 fantasy airship concept envisioned by French balloonist Étienne-Gaspard Robert as an aerial vessel for global discovery."Le Globe de Dijon" (Right): A highly detailed rendering of a magnificent 1784 French hot-air balloon, ornately decorated in classical style during the height of the Montgolfier era.Beautifully double-matted and housed in matching classic gilt-accented frames, these pieces offer the perfect blend of historical charm, Concorde airline nostalgia, and eye-catching steampunk aesthetics. A truly unique conversation starter for any aviation enthusiast, history buff, or collector of mid-century travel memorabilia.
