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Fine Art Print : Avro Lancaster II
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Avro Lancaster II
Avro Lancaster II, 26 August 1943
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 639910
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of aviation with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This captivating piece showcases the iconic Avro Lancaster II bomber, as depicted in the archives of the Royal Air Force Museum by renowned artist Charles E. Brown. Captured on August 26, 1943, this print brings to life the courage and determination of the RAF during World War II. Adorn your walls with this stunning work of art and relive the stories of bravery and resilience that shaped aviation history.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.2cm x 40.6cm (19.8" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and determination of the Royal Air Force (RAF) during World War II, as exemplified by the iconic Avro Lancaster II bomber. Taken on 26 August 1943, the image freezes a moment in time as this historic aircraft prepares for its next mission. The Avro Lancaster II, a British four-engine heavy bomber, was a key component of the RAF's strategic bombing campaign against Nazi Germany. Its impressive payload capacity and advanced technology made it a formidable weapon in the skies, capable of delivering tons of bombs to precise targets deep within enemy territory. The image shows the Lancaster II, serial number PD316, standing proudly on the tarmac, its powerful engines idling, ready for takeoff. The crew, clad in their distinctive RAF uniforms, are visible in the foreground, engaged in their pre-flight preparations. The sense of anticipation and focus is palpable, as they know that the lives of their comrades and the outcome of the war depend on their success. The backdrop of the photograph is a stark reminder of the harsh realities of war. The grey, overcast sky and the desolate, barren landscape around the airfield underscore the harsh conditions that the RAF crews faced as they carried out their missions. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the RAF during World War II. Charles E. Brown, the photographer, expertly captures the essence of this moment in time, providing us with a powerful and enduring image that speaks to the courage, determination, and resilience of the RAF during the darkest days of the war.
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