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Amazing flying machines CVS01_01_016
Amazing flying machines. A hand-coloured engraving of four early designs for flying machines, including one parachute-type machine and others with paddles, in flight above a coastal scene. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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Media ID 12184353
© Historic England
27x27 inch Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection: "Amazing Flying Machines" CVS01_01_016. This captivating vintage print, sourced from the Historic England Archive, showcases a mesmerizing scene of early flying machine designs. Witness the innovation and imagination of the past as you explore intricate illustrations of four unique flying machines. From a parachute-type machine to those with paddles, these designs soar above a picturesque coastal landscape. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this beautifully hand-coloured engraving. Order now and let your walls tell the story of human ingenuity.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step back in time and witness the awe-inspiring ingenuity of early flight with this hand-coloured engraving. The Amazing flying machines CVS01_01_016, part of the esteemed Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection, offers a glimpse into the Victorian era's relentless pursuit of conquering the skies. In this remarkable print, four pioneering designs take center stage against a picturesque coastal backdrop. Each machine showcases its unique approach to defying gravity - from an intriguing parachute-type contraption to others equipped with paddles for propulsion. As they gracefully soar through the air, one cannot help but marvel at the audacity and creativity that fueled these visionary inventors. Dating back to 1882-1892, this lantern slide captures an era when dreams knew no bounds and limitations were mere challenges waiting to be overcome. It serves as a testament to humanity's unyielding spirit of exploration and innovation. The meticulous hand-colouring adds depth and vibrancy to every intricate detail, transporting viewers back in time as if witnessing these incredible flying machines firsthand. This enchanting engraving is not just a piece of history; it is an invitation to imagine what life was like during those exhilarating times when mankind dared to reach for the heavens. Preserved by Historic England Archive, this extraordinary print allows us all to appreciate how far we have come on our journey towards conquering the skies while reminding us never to lose sight of our boundless imagination.
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