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Fine Art Print : South African Airways DC7B over Johannesburg, South Africa
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South African Airways DC7B over Johannesburg, South Africa
South African Airways DC7B over Johannesburg, South Africa. Date: 1959
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Media ID 23081388
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1959 Airways Aug18 Commercial Johannesburg Liner
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, features a South African Airways DC7B soaring over the vibrant cityscape of Johannesburg in 1959. The intricate details and rich colors of this Rights Managed photograph bring the golden age of aviation to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Elevate your decor with a piece of history and order your Fine Art Print today.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.
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In this photograph, a South African Airways (SAA) DC7B jetliner gracefully descends towards the runway at Johannesburg International Airport in South Africa, as the sun begins to set over the city in August 1959. The DC7B, a popular and versatile aircraft of the 1950s, is seen against the backdrop of the vast African savannah, dotted with the occasional tree or settlement. The image offers a bird's eye view of the airport, with the neatly arranged rows of buildings and runways, and the sprawling cityscape beyond, revealing a bustling hub of transportation and commerce. The DC7B, a four-engine turboprop airliner, was a significant addition to SAA's fleet, providing faster and more efficient air travel than its predecessors. The aircraft's distinctive hump over the wing, housing the turboprop engines, is clearly visible in this photograph. The passengers on board, eager to begin their journeys to various destinations across the continent and beyond, would have marveled at the breathtaking view of the landscape below as they approached their destination. The photograph captures a moment in time, when the promise of modern aviation was beginning to transform the way people traveled, connecting them to new opportunities and experiences. The image also serves as a reminder of the rich history of South African aviation and the vital role it played in shaping the country's past and present. This photograph, taken from an unknown photographer's archive, is a testament to the enduring allure of aviation and the beauty of the African landscape. It invites us to reflect on the past, appreciate the present, and look forward to the future, as we continue to explore the wonders of the world from the comfort of our airborne homes.
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