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Metal Print : Supermarine Spitfire prototype aloft
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Supermarine Spitfire prototype aloft
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Media ID 14223951
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Aloft Prototype Spitfire Supermarine
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the timeless beauty and power of aviation history with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the Supermarine Spitfire prototype in flight. Meticulously sourced from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating image showcases the iconic British fighter in its element. Our high-quality Metal Prints transform your favorite photographs into stunning works of art, adding depth and vibrancy with their distinctive metallic finish. Elevate your home or office decor with this iconic piece of aviation history, sure to inspire and captivate all who see it.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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
1. Title: "The Birth of a Legend: Supermarine Spitfire Prototype Soaring High in the English Skies". This evocative photograph captures the historic moment when the Supermarine Spitfire prototype, registration number K5054, took to the skies for the first time on March 5, 1936. The image, taken from an oblique angle, reveals the sleek lines and innovative design of this iconic British fighter aircraft as it climbs steadily against a backdrop of rolling English countryside. Designed by R.J. Mitchell and his team at Supermarine Aviation Works, the Spitfire was a response to the British Air Ministry's requirement for a new high-performance single-seat fighter to counter the growing threat of German air power. With its advanced aerodynamic design, powerful Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, and agile handling, the Spitfire would soon become one of the most effective and beloved fighter planes of World War II. The prototype's maiden flight, piloted by test pilot Mutt Summers, marked a significant milestone in the development of military aviation technology. Over the next few years, the Spitfire underwent numerous improvements and modifications, eventually leading to the production of over 20,000 aircraft during the war. This photograph, taken during the early stages of the Spitfire's development, offers a unique glimpse into the past and the birth of a legendary aircraft that would go on to shape the course of military aviation history.
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