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Framed Print : Wing walking EPW037626
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Wing walking EPW037626
Wing walking without a harness on an Aviation Tours Ltd Avro 504K. Photographed in April 1932. Some damage on negative - produced from copy negative. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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Media ID 1915773
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Aeroplane Air Craft Air Plane Bi Plane Entertainment
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Wing walking EPW037626" print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This vintage photograph, taken by Aerofilms for Historic England in April 1932, showcases the thrilling moment of wing walking on an Avro 504K aircraft from Aviation Tours Ltd. The daring pilot is seen gracefully walking on the wings without a harness, a daring act that was once a popular stunt during air shows. The print is produced from a copy negative, adding to its historical charm. Bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office with this unique and intriguing framed print.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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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This photograph, EPW037626 from the Aerofilms Collection at Historic England, showcases the thrilling art of wing walking in the early aviation era. The daring figure in the foreground defies gravity as he walks on the wings of an Agro 504K biplane, flying high above the earth. The year is 1932, and the scene is set against a backdrop of clear blue skies and picturesque clouds. Wing walking was a popular form of entertainment during the interwar period, showcasing the bravery and skill of aviators. The practice involved walking on the wings of a moving aircraft, often while performing acrobatic maneuvers. This photograph captures the essence of this exhilarating activity, with the wing walker's determined gaze and the wind whipping through his hair. Despite the apparent danger, wing walking was considered safer than it may seem. The wings of biplanes were wider and more stable than those of modern aircraft, making them easier to walk on. Additionally, wing walkers wore specialized shoes with cleats to increase their grip on the wing surface. This photograph, though slightly damaged, is a testament to the spirit of adventure and innovation that characterized the early days of aviation. It invites us to imagine the rush of adrenaline and the sense of freedom that the wing walker must have felt as he danced on the wings of this historic biplane.
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