Balloon Style B9

B9 - geometric, 9-color

The first Style B9 leather balloon was completed January 7, 2019.  It is a replica made from a photo of an actual balloon (shown).  This replica is of one of a fleet of balloons owned by the balloon ride company Napa Valley Aloft in Yountville, California.

A variation of this style came with the completion of Balloon B20, on October 7, 2019.  It is a replica of one of a fleet of balloons owned by balloon ride company Magical Adventures of Temecula, California.  It has the same 9-color geometric pattern but has a happy red heart shape on the dome.  For this reason, the actual balloon was aptly named "Heart."

These balloons are approximately 6 ¾” from the bottom of the scoop to the top of the dome cap.  The gondola and cage measure 2” high.  The total height of the balloon is approximately 9 ¾”.  The envelope is 5” wide at the equator.

The entire balloon is suspended by 5 strands of stretchy cord which is 2 ¾” relaxed, and 3 ¼” with the weight of the balloon.

The entire stand is 24 ¾” tall.  The base is of redwood and cherry wood.