Poster 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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the stunning "Wright at Auvours 1908" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time to the historic moment when Wilbur Wright returns his biplane to its hangar at Auvours, following yet another groundbreaking training and demonstration flight. The intricate details of the Wright Flyer and the determined expression on Wilbur's face perfectly encapsulate the spirit of innovation and achievement that defined the early days of aviation. Add this inspiring piece to your home or office space to ignite conversations and fuel your imagination. Available now in our Media Storehouse Poster Prints range.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 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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