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Antique Framed Print : Sky diver practising in a field
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Sky diver practising in a field
Sky diver practising in a field. Date: circa 1963
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Media ID 20161697
© Bubblepunk/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
Blackboard Chalk Diver Divers Extreme Instructions Instructor Marquee Overalls Para Parachute Parachutes Parachutist Parachutists Paras Practising Tent Trainer
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 12x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 18x18 inches (46x46cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.1cm x 29.4cm (11.5" x 11.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Sky Diver Practising in a Field (circa 1963): A thrilling moment of sky diving training in the 1960s. In this photograph, a determined sky diver prepares for his jump, standing tall against the clear blue sky with the verdant field as his backdrop. Dressed in a white overall suit and helmet, he checks his parachute equipment with meticulous care. The sight of the open parachute, spread out on the grass, adds to the sense of anticipation. Surrounding the scene are other parachutists and trainers, engaged in various stages of preparation. A marquee or tent in the background suggests a temporary training camp. A blackboard with chalk instructions and a man in overalls, possibly an instructor, add to the atmosphere of focused intensity. Transport planes, often used to carry sky divers to high altitudes, can be seen in the distance. The era of sky diving in the 1960s was marked by a spirit of adventure and a quest for the extreme. This photograph is a testament to the dedication, skill, and teamwork required to master the art of sky diving. The open sky, the lush green field, and the focused expressions of the divers all contribute to the sense of excitement and freedom that comes with this exhilarating sport. Sky diving in the 1960s was not just a hobby, but a way of life for those who dared to defy gravity and embrace the thrill of flight.
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