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Past & Present: The Aeroplane (colour litho)
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Past & Present: The Aeroplane (colour litho)
8668677 Past & Present: The Aeroplane (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Aeroplane. Lilienthal Gliding, 1891. Among the most successful of 19th century pioneers of aerial flight was Otto Lilienthal, who devoted years of careful research to the problems of bird flight. He made over 2,000 glides in safety, with gravity as his motive power, using concave bat-like wings. In 1896 he was caught in a gust of wind and killed. Cobham's Aeroplane. In 1925 Mr (now Sir) Alan Cobham flew from London to Rangoon and back, and in 1925-6 from London to Cape Town and back. In October 1926, he alighted at Westminster after having flown 28,000 miles from England to Melbourne and back in his aeroplane DH 50, propelled by a 14 cylinder air-cooled Jaguar engine. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Past & Present issued by Wills in 1929.); © Look and Learn
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This colour lithograph captures the essence of past and present in the world of aviation. The image showcases two significant moments in history - Lilienthal Gliding in 1891 and Cobham's Aeroplane in 1926, highlighting the evolution of aerial flight over time.
Otto Lilienthal, a pioneer in aerial flight, dedicated years to studying bird flight and successfully made over 2,000 glides using bat-like wings before tragically losing his life in 1896. His contributions paved the way for future aviators like Sir Alan Cobham, who achieved remarkable feats such as flying from London to Rangoon and back, as well as from London to Cape Town and back.
The illustration is part of a set of cigarette cards on the theme of Past & Present issued by Wills in 1929, showcasing key milestones in aviation history. From gravity-powered glides to long-distance flights propelled by powerful engines, this print encapsulates the progress made in science and technology during the early twentieth century.
With intricate details capturing moments of takeoff and flight against windy weather conditions, this artwork serves as a reminder of how far we have come in our quest for innovation and exploration. It celebrates human ingenuity and perseverance that continue to drive advancements in aviation today.
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