To the seventh heaven
1912
Imagine the thrill of early flight in 1912! This vibrant cover for *Puck* magazine by Gordon Ross captures a romantic couple soaring in a fragile biplane, literally ascending 'to the seventh heaven.' They are escorted by a chaotic swarm of cherubs, some looking quite surprised by this mechanical intruder in their sky. At the bottom, a glowing number '7' bursts with light as angels blow trumpets, celebrating their arrival. It perfectly captures the era's fascination with aviation as a magical, almost divine experience, turning a dangerous new technology into a romantic joyride.