Massive section of ripstop nylon removed from the iconic Apple Computer hot air balloon that was famously pictured by photographer Jim Guss floating over Lake Donner in California during the company’s 1981 promotional campaign. The section, which approximately measures 36˝ x 25˝, features the iconic Apple ‘rainbow’ logo against a black background with a purple trademark symbol to the lower right. In fine condition, with expected wear from use. Accompanied by a rare original color 21.25 x 33 Apple Computer promotional poster of the ‘rainbow’ logo balloon, with this offered section pictured to the balloon’s left side.
In addition to flying over Lake Donner, the Apple hot air balloon was also present at the wedding of Steve Wozniak to his second wife, Candice Clark, on June 13, 1981. For reasons unknown, the fate of the balloon was relegated to the landfill, but not before Apple production manager Dennis Gobets, recognizing its significance, chose to cut out this enormous rainbow-colored section. Although unconfirmed, this may be the only surviving remnant of one of history’s most recognizable hot air balloons.
From the collection of Dennis Gobets.
