Canvas Print : Kingsford-Smith (Colour)
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Kingsford-Smith (Colour)
Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith, Australian aviator, and his plane Southern Cross. He was lost over the Timor Sea and never found
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Media ID 623843
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1897 Australian Aviator Found Kingsford Lost Timor 1935 Smith
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the historic aviation era into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Kingsford-Smith (Colour)" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This iconic photograph showcases Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith, the legendary Australian aviator, and his iconic plane, the Southern Cross. Perfectly replicated on high-quality canvas, this print pays tribute to the daring spirit of exploration and adventure. Each print is meticulously crafted with attention to detail, ensuring a vivid and long-lasting representation of this significant moment in aviation history. Add this inspiring piece to your decor and relive the thrill of the past."
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This color print depicts the legendary Australian aviator, Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith, standing proudly next to his historic aircraft, the Southern Cross, in the golden light of the Australian sun. Born on September 9, 1897, in Mitchell, New South Wales, Kingsford-Smith is renowned for his pioneering aviation achievements, including the first trans-Pacific flight from California to Australia in 1928, and the first east-to-west trans-Australian flight in 1934. However, this photograph was taken before his most famous and tragic flight. In 1935, Kingsford-Smith embarked on an ambitious attempt to fly from Darwin, Australia, to Timor, Indonesia, and then on to Singapore and home. The Southern Cross, a twin-engine Fokker Trimotor, was his trusted companion on many of his record-breaking flights. On October 8, 1935, as Kingsford-Smith and his crew, navigator James Warner, and engineer Tom Campbell Black, were flying over the Timor Sea, they disappeared without a trace. Despite extensive search efforts, they were never found. The loss of Kingsford-Smith and his crew was a devastating blow to the Australian people, who mourned the loss of their national hero. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the bravery and determination of Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith and his crew, who pushed the boundaries of aviation and left an indelible mark on Australian history. The Southern Cross, with its distinctive red cross emblazoned on its wings, stands as a symbol of their legacy and the spirit of adventure that continues to inspire generations.
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