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Metal Print : Mr F Courtney tests a bird like side car monoplane at Croydon Major Cooper built the machine
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Mr F Courtney tests a bird like side car monoplane at Croydon Major Cooper built the machine
Mr F Courtney tests a bird like side car monoplane at Croydon
Major Cooper built the machine and he has adopted the unique idea of carrying the passenger in a side car built into the port wing in his back garden
Side on view of the machine, showing the depth of the huge bird shaped wing
16 October 1923
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Media ID 11028413
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our vintage aviation Metal Print featuring Mr F Courtney testing Major Cooper's innovative side car monoplane at Croydon Airport. This intriguing bird-like machine, built in 1911, showcases Major Cooper's groundbreaking design of integrating a side car into the port wing for passenger seating. Bring this historical moment to life and add a touch of aviation history to your space with our high-quality Metal Print from Media Storehouse.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1920s at Croydon airport where Mr F Courtney fearlessly tests a bird-like side car monoplane. The mastermind behind this innovative creation is Major Cooper, who has ingeniously incorporated the idea of carrying the passenger in a side car built into the port wing. The photograph provides us with a side-on view of this remarkable machine, allowing us to appreciate the depth and intricacy of its huge bird-shaped wing. It is truly a sight to behold! As we gaze upon it, we can't help but marvel at the ingenuity and creativity that went into designing such an unconventional aircraft. This snapshot from between the wars showcases not only technological advancements but also highlights humanity's enduring fascination with flight. It serves as a reminder of how far aviation has come since those early pioneers took to the skies. As we delve into history through Europeana photography, this image stands out for its uniqueness and captures our imagination. It transports us back in time, evoking feelings of wonderment and curiosity about what other groundbreaking inventions were being tested during that era. Let this mesmerizing print serve as an inspiration for future generations to push boundaries, explore new frontiers, and continue striving for innovation in all aspects of life.
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