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Fine Art Print : Handley Page HP. 42
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Handley Page HP. 42
Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) of Imperial Airways in flight after leaving Croydon on the first air mail service to Cape, 20 January 1932
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 657613
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Airliners Airlines Civil Aircraft Interwar Travel
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of aviation with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) in flight. Captured by renowned artist Charles E. Brown, this stunning representation of the first air mail service from RAF Museum brings the past to life. Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of Imperial Airways' groundbreaking journey from Croydon to Cape Town on 20 January 1932. Add this beautiful piece of aviation history to your home or office décor and relive the adventure with every glance.
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.
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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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this black-and-white photograph, the Handley Page HP.42E (G-aXF) soars through the sky, leaving Croydon Airport in Surrey, England, on a historic flight. The year is 1932, and the Handley Page HP.42E is making its way as the first airmail service to Cape Town, South Africa. Charles E. Brown, a skilled aviation photographer for the Royal Air Force (RAF), captured this momentous occasion with his camera, immortalizing the Handley Page HP.42E's majestic takeoff. The HP.42E, a British four-engine biplane airliner, was a significant advancement in interwar aviation technology, boasting a cruising speed of around 120 miles per hour and a range of over 1,000 miles. As the HP.42E ascends, its wings cast long, elegant shadows over the runway, while the propellers churn up the air, creating a trail of vapor in the crisp morning air. The aircraft's distinctive silhouette, with its high-mounted wings and streamlined fuselage, stands out against the clear blue sky. The HP.42E's journey to Cape Town marked a turning point in aviation history. It was a testament to the growing potential of air travel as a viable means of transportation, connecting distant lands and bringing the world closer together. The successful completion of this flight paved the way for the expansion of airmail services and the eventual emergence of commercial airline travel. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the courage and innovation that defined the interwar aviation era. It stands as a testament to the pioneering spirit of the aviators, engineers, and photographers who dared to push the boundaries of what was possible in the skies. Charles E. Brown's masterful composition and his ability to capture the essence of this moment in time make this image a true treasure for aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
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