Photographic Print : Wright at Auvours 1908
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Wright at Auvours 1908
Wilbur Wrights biplane is returned to its hangar at Auvours, after one of the many training and demonstration flights he made here
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Autumn Bi Plane Demonstration Flights Hangar Returned Wilbur Wright Made
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our exquisite "Wright at Auvours 1908" photographic print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This stunning image captures a pivotal moment in aviation history, as Wilbur Wright returns his biplane to its hangar at Auvours, following yet another successful training and demonstration flight. The intricate details of the Wright Flyer and the determined expression on Wilbur's face transport you back to the early days of flight. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and relive the spirit of innovation and adventure that defined the Wright Brothers' groundbreaking achievements. Order your "Wright at Auvours 1908" photographic print today and be inspired by the past, present, and future of aviation.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.1cm (11" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 evocative photograph, Wilbur Wright is seen returning his biplane to its hangar at Auvours, France, in the autumn of 1908. The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, had made history that year by conducting the first controlled, sustained flight of a powered, heavier-than-air aircraft in Europe, on August 8th at Le Mans-Le Croisic. Auvours, located near Tours, became the site of their base for further training and demonstrations of their flying machine. The image captures the spirit of innovation and excitement that surrounded the Wrights' groundbreaking achievements. Wilbur, dressed in a leather flying helmet and goggles, looks focused and determined as he taxis the biplane back to the hangar. The plane's wings are angled slightly upwards, suggesting the delicate balance required to keep the aircraft aloft. The autumnal landscape, with its golden leaves and clear blue sky, provides a picturesque backdrop to this momentous occasion. The Wright brothers' flights at Auvours marked a turning point in the history of aviation. Their pioneering work paved the way for the development of commercial aviation and military aircraft, and their influence can still be felt in the design and engineering of modern aircraft. This photograph is a testament to their ingenuity and perseverance, and serves as a reminder of the transformative power of human curiosity and invention. The Wright brothers' biplane was a marvel of engineering, with its three-axis control system and lightweight construction. Its return to the hangar at Auvours signaled the end of another successful flight, but also marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of flight. This photograph is a precious record of that moment in time, and a reminder of the incredible journey that began with the Wright brothers' first powered flight in 1903.
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