Fine Art Print > Mary Evans Prints Online > Royal Aeronautical Society > Photographic
Fine Art Print : Hiram Maxim model for a steam-driven aircraft 1890
Fine Art Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
Hiram Maxim model for a steam-driven aircraft 1890
Hiram Maxim model for a steam-driven aircraft, 1890
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 9906319
© The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library) / Mary Evans Picture Library
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of Hiram Maxim's steam-driven aircraft model from 1890. Obtained from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print showcases the pioneering spirit of invention and innovation during the dawn of aviation history. Adorn your walls with this intriguing piece of aeronautical history and ignite conversations about the past, present, and future of flight.
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 35.5cm (20" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases the visionary work of Hiram Maxim, an English inventor, and industrialist, who is often credited as one of the pioneers in the development of aviation. In this photograph, we see Maxim's model for a steam-driven aircraft, designed in the year 1890. The intricately detailed model, with its elegant curves and meticulously crafted components, is a testament to Maxim's innovative spirit and his relentless pursuit of flight. Maxim's design featured a biplane configuration, with two sets of wings arranged in a tandem configuration. The aircraft was powered by a steam engine, which drove a pair of propellers positioned at the rear of the fuselage. The model also included a rudimentary control system, consisting of a vertical fin and a horizontal stabilizer, which Maxim believed would provide some degree of directional control. Despite the impressive design, Maxim's steam-driven aircraft never took to the skies. The technology of the time was not yet advanced enough to support the heavy steam engine required to power the aircraft. However, Maxim's work laid the groundwork for future aviation pioneers, including the Wright Brothers, who would go on to achieve the first powered, controlled, and sustained flight of a heavier-than-air aircraft in 1903. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the early days of aviation history, offering a glimpse into the mind of a visionary inventor and his groundbreaking work. The intricately detailed model, with its steam-driven engine and innovative design, continues to inspire awe and admiration, reminding us of the limitless potential of human ingenuity and the power of the human spirit to dream and to create.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
