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Antique Framed Print : Armstrong Whitworth AW. 52
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Armstrong Whitworth AW. 52
Armstrong Whitworth AW.52 on ground, Baginton 16 December 1946
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 656011
© RAF Museum 2007 - All Rights Reserved
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.7cm (9.6" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Charles E Brown, we are transported back to the historic Baginton airfield on 16 December 1946. The subject of this image is none other than the remarkable Armstrong Whitworth AW.52, a postwar research aircraft that stands as a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement.
As we gaze upon the grounded AW.52, its sleek and futuristic design immediately catches our eye. Its streamlined fuselage and elegant wings exude an aura of innovation and progress, reminding us of the incredible leaps made in aviation during this era.
The significance of this particular aircraft lies not only in its aesthetic appeal but also in its purpose. The AW.52 was developed for research purposes, serving as a platform for testing various cutting-edge technologies that would shape the future of flight. From advanced propulsion systems to novel aerodynamic concepts, it pushed boundaries and expanded our understanding of what was possible in aviation.
It is important to note that while Armstrong Whitworth was renowned for their commercial endeavors, this photograph focuses solely on their groundbreaking contributions to research aircraft development. By omitting any mention of commercial use or company details, we can fully appreciate the sheer brilliance behind this specific project.
Thanks to photographers like Charles E Brown and institutions like the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum who preserve these invaluable snapshots from history, we are able to glimpse into moments that shaped our world forever. This print serves as a visual time capsule capturing both technical excellence and human ambition—a true testament to mankind's unwavering desire to conquer new frontiers in flight exploration.
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