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Two-celled kite
Two-celled kite. Hargrave Slide 69
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the captivating world of history into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. Featuring the exquisite image "Two-celled kite" from Mary Evans Prints Online, this canvas print showcases the intricate design of a two-celled kite, as depicted in Hargrave Slide 69. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and high-definition printing techniques, ensuring a stunning and vibrant display. Elevate your decor and transport yourself back in time with this beautiful piece of history."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
Two-Celled Kite: A Pioneering Aviation Innovation (Hargrave Slide 69) This image showcases the Two-Celled Kite, an early aviation innovation that bridged the gap between traditional kites and the emerging technology of powered flight. Designed by American inventor Samuel Pierpont Langley in the late 19th century, this unique aircraft was a significant step towards manned, powered flight. Langley, an accomplished astronomer and inventor, was intrigued by the idea of creating a flying machine. He drew inspiration from the aerodynamic principles of kites and sought to apply these principles to a larger, heavier aircraft. The Two-Celled Kite, also known as the "Aerodrome," was the result of his experiments. The Two-Celled Kite featured two separate cells, or compartments, connected by a flexible bridge. Each cell contained a separate set of wings, allowing for greater lift and stability in the air. The aircraft was powered by a steam engine and controlled by a pilot seated in a cockpit located between the cells. Langley conducted extensive testing of the Two-Celled Kite at the U.S. Army's Balloon Factory in Washington, D.C. Although the aircraft did not achieve sustained, controlled flight, it demonstrated the potential of heavier-than-air flight and paved the way for further advancements in aviation technology. This photograph, part of the Hargrave Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of aviation history and the groundbreaking work of Samuel Pierpont Langley. The Two-Celled Kite represents a pivotal moment in the development of powered flight and continues to inspire awe and curiosity in aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
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