Illustration depicting a firework set piece of St George fighting the Dragon. Wickerwork or straw figurers were made, and various types of fireworks placed in them. Using a system of ropes and pulleys the figures could be made to move towards or away from each other. Dated 17th century

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Photo credit: © World History Archive / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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