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Hawker Osprey III
Hawker Osprey III of 447 Flight Fa in Alexandria Harbour, 1936
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 639885
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Fleet Air Arm Interwar Royal Air Force Ships Royal Australian Navy
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the timeless beauty and history of aviation with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This stunning image captures the iconic Hawker Osprey III, as it gracefully rests in Alexandria Harbour in 1936, proudly serving in the Royal Air Force (RAF) fleet. Charles E Brown's captivating photograph brings the past to life, and our high-quality Metal Prints elevate the artwork to new heights. The vibrant colors and exceptional detail are brought out through the unique printing process on a sturdy metal sheet, ensuring a long-lasting and eye-catching addition to any room in your home or office. Bring a piece of aviation history into your space with our Hawker Osprey III Metal Print.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" 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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the sleek silhouette of a Hawker Osprey III fighter plane rests on the deck of HMS Gloucester, anchored in Alexandria Harbour in 1936. The Royal Air Force (RAF) aircraft, registration number K8231, is assigned to 447 Flight, a unit of the Fleet Air Arm (FAA), the naval aviation branch of the Royal Navy and the Royal Australian Navy. The interwar period, sandwiched between the two World Wars, was a time of significant expansion and modernization for the RAF and the FAA. The Hawker Osprey III, a biplane fighter with advanced features such as retractable landing gear and a synchronized machine gun, was a testament to this progress. Its deployment on board HMS Gloucester, a Leander-class cruiser, underscores the close cooperation between the RAF and the Royal Navy during this era. The photograph captures the serene atmosphere of the harbor, with the sun casting long shadows over the calm waters. The ship's crew members, dressed in their uniforms, are visible in the background, adding a sense of human scale to the scene. The image also reveals the intricate details of the Hawker Osprey III, from its distinctive wings to its engine cowling and propeller. This photograph, taken by Charles E Brown for the RAF Museum, offers a glimpse into the history of naval aviation during the interwar period. It highlights the technological advancements of the time, the camaraderie between the RAF and the Royal Navy, and the beauty and complexity of the aircraft and ships that defined an era.
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