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Antique Framed Print : Gladys, Albert Batchelor in British Klemm L25C 1A Swallow
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Gladys, Albert Batchelor in British Klemm L25C 1A Swallow
Gladys and Albert Batchelor in his British Klemm L25C 1A Swallow, G-ACXD
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Media ID 9905017
© The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library) / Mary Evans Picture Library
Batchelor Gladys Klemm Swallow Albert
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). 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 37.1cm x 22.4cm (14.6" x 8.8")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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.
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In this photograph, we find Gladys and Albert Batchelor seated in the open cockpit of a British Klemm L25C 1A Swallow, with the registration number G-ACXD proudly displayed on the fuselage. The year is not specified, but the image exudes an aura of adventure and freedom that was synonymous with aviation during the mid-20th century. Albert Batchelor, a dedicated aviator, is at the controls, his focused expression and steady hands a testament to his expertise. His wife, Gladys, sits beside him, her smile radiant and full of excitement as they soar through the clear blue sky. The Swallow, a versatile and popular aircraft of its time, was widely used for both private and recreational flying. The L25C 1A Swallow, designed by the German aircraft manufacturer Klemm, was renowned for its robustness and efficiency. Its open cockpit design allowed for an unobstructed view of the surroundings, adding to the thrill of flight. The image captures a moment of pure joy and freedom, as the couple embraces the exhilaration of aviation and the boundless skies. The photograph is a poignant reminder of a time when flying was a more intimate and personal experience. It invites us to imagine the stories and adventures that unfolded during the countless hours spent in the cockpit of their Swallow. The image is a beautiful testament to the enduring bond between man, machine, and the open sky.
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