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Boucher / First Flight
Helene Boucher, French aviator: her first flight, in a Gipsy Moth
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Media ID 4359666
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Air Field Aviator Boucher Gipsy Helene Moth
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Experience the thrill of aviation history with our exquisite Boucher / First Flight Canvas Print. This stunning piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a captivating image of Helene Boucher, a French aviator, as she embarks on her first flight in a Gipsy Moth. The high-quality canvas print brings the vintage charm and the spirit of adventure straight to your home or office. With vivid colors and exceptional detail, this artwork is not only a beautiful addition to your decor but also a conversation starter. Embrace the timeless allure of aviation and celebrate the courage and determination of early aviators with our Boucher / First Flight Canvas Print."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the historic moment when French aviator Helene Boucher took to the skies for the first time in a Gipsy Moth biplane. The image, taken in July 1930, depicts Boucher standing confidently next to her aircraft at an airfield, with the open cockpit and wings of the Moth stretching out behind her. The landscape beyond is dotted with trees and rolling hills, adding to the sense of serenity and freedom that comes with flight. Boucher, born in 1907, was a pioneering figure in the world of aviation. She began her flying lessons in 1929, and just one year later, she made history as the first Frenchwoman to earn a pilot's license. Her achievement came at a time when women in aviation were still a rarity, and Boucher's determination and skill paved the way for future female pilots. The Gipsy Moth, a popular light aircraft designed by the British engineer G.P. Moth, was known for its versatility and affordability. It became a favorite among private pilots and flying clubs, and its distinctive shape and silhouette remain iconic to this day. This photograph is a testament to the spirit of adventure and innovation that characterized the early days of aviation. It serves as a reminder of the courage and determination of pioneering aviators like Helene Boucher, who defied convention and took to the skies to explore the world from a new perspective.
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