Canvas Print : Caproni Ca-90
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Caproni Ca-90
The worlds largest landplane (for the time being) this six engine heavy bomber will never have the chance to prove its worth, being obsolete by the next time Italy goes to war
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Caproni Chance Heavy Landplane Largest Obsolete Prove Specific Worth 1929
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Caproni Ca-90" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse range, exclusively featuring the iconic image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This historic aviation masterpiece, designed by the Italian engineer Gianni Caproni, was once the world's largest landplane. Equipped with an impressive six engines, the Ca-90 was intended to be a formidable heavy bomber. Regrettably, it never had the opportunity to prove its worth on the battlefield, as it was rendered obsolete before Italy entered the next major conflict. Relive history with this stunning canvas print, which beautifully captures the grandeur and innovation of the Ca-90. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and high-definition printing techniques to ensure lasting vibrancy and detail. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a touch of aviation history into your home or office.
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 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 striking photograph captures the imposing presence of the Caproni Ca-90, the largest landplane in the world at the time of its unveiling in 1929. With a wingspan of 84 meters and six powerful engines, this heavy bomber represented the pinnacle of Italian aviation technology during the interwar period. However, the Ca-90 was never given the opportunity to prove its worth in combat. Italy, eager to modernize its military after World War I, had high hopes for the Ca-90 as a formidable addition to its arsenal. Designed by the Caproni company, the aircraft was intended to carry a heavy bomb load and provide long-range capabilities. Yet, by the time Italy went to war again in the late 1930s, the Ca-90 had become obsolete. Advancements in aviation technology had rendered the Ca-90's design outdated. The advent of more agile and maneuverable monoplane bombers, such as the German Heinkel He 111 and the Soviet Tupolev TB-1, made the Ca-90's six-engine configuration and biplane design seem antiquated. Despite its unfortunate timing, the Ca-90 remains an intriguing piece of aviation history. Its impressive size and innovative features, such as its retractable landing gear, showcase the ingenuity and ambition of Italian engineers during the interwar period. Although it never saw combat, the Ca-90 serves as a reminder of the rapid pace of technological advancements in the field of aviation and the importance of staying abreast of the latest developments to maintain a military edge. This photograph, taken during the Ca-90's unveiling ceremony, offers a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the fleeting nature of technological superiority. The Ca-90 may have been obsolete by the time of Italy's next war, but its legacy lives on as a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of its creators.
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