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Fine Art Print : The first aerial mail is posted
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The first aerial mail is posted
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Media ID 9905293
© The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library) / Mary Evans Picture Library
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic moment of the first aerial mail delivery. This captivating image, sourced from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time as the mail is released from the open cockpit of a biplane against the backdrop of a clear blue sky. Add a touch of aviation history and timeless beauty to your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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This historic photograph captures a pivotal moment in aviation and postal history: the first aerial mail delivery. Taken in the early 1910s, it shows an intrepid aviator preparing to drop mailbags from his biplane, as a ground crew member below readies to receive the mail. The use of aircraft for mail transport was a groundbreaking innovation, offering the potential for faster and more efficient delivery, particularly over long distances. The man at the controls of the open-cockpit plane wears a leather helmet and goggles, a testament to the daring nature of early aviation. His plane, an aeroplane of simple yet elegant design, bears the insignia of the country's postal service. The mailbags, tied securely to the plane's undercarriage, are ready to be released, their contents eagerly anticipated by recipients far and wide. Beneath the plane, a ground crew member stands at the ready, his arms outstretched to catch the mailbags as they are dropped from the sky. The scene is set against a backdrop of open countryside, with trees and fields stretching out in the distance. The clear blue sky and sunshine add to the sense of excitement and adventure that must have accompanied this pioneering moment in transportation and communication history. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and courage of the early aviators who pushed the boundaries of what was possible, and to the enduring importance of the postal service in connecting people and communities. It is a fascinating glimpse into the past, and a reminder of the transformative power of innovation and progress.
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