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The fuselage of Lt Spenser Greys two-seat Mercury III
The fuselage of Lt Spenser Greys two-seat Mercury III outside the Balm Road, Leeds, works ready for despatch to Brooklands in December 1911. Date: 1911
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Balm Brooklands Despatch Fuselage Greys Leeds Mercury Ready Seat Spenser December
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the fuselage of Lt Spenser Grey's two-seat Mercury III. Captured in stunning detail from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rare image transports you back to December 1911, as the aircraft, fresh from production at the Balm Road, Leeds works, awaits despatch to the renowned Brooklands racetrack. A must-have for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this fine art print brings a piece of aviation history into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.8cm x 40.6cm (18" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
This evocative photograph captures the fuselage of Lieutenant Spenser Grey's Mercury III, a two-seat biplane, outside the Balm Road, Leeds works in December 1911. The Mercury III, a pioneering aircraft designed by J.S.M. Thomson, was a significant development in aviation history as it was one of the first British aircraft to be fitted with a water-cooled engine. Lt. Grey, a British military officer and aviation enthusiast, was an early pioneer of British military aviation. He had already made a name for himself as a successful aviator, having set several altitude records in earlier biplanes. The Mercury III was his latest acquisition, and it was being readied for despatch to Brooklands, the renowned British racing circuit and aviation centre, where it would undergo further testing and preparation for military service. The scene in the photograph exudes a sense of anticipation and excitement. The Mercury III, with its sleek lines and imposing presence, stands proudly outside the works, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of activity. Workers can be seen in the background, busily attending to other aircraft, while the road outside is filled with horse-drawn carts and other vehicles, adding to the sense of a bygone era. The Mercury III would go on to serve with distinction during the First World War, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the early days of military aviation and the pioneering spirit of men like Lt. Spenser Grey who helped shape its future. The image also highlights the importance of the role played by companies like the one depicted in this photograph, which played a crucial part in the development and production of early aircraft.
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