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Framed Print : Fatal airship accident at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo)
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Fatal airship accident at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo)
2920851 Fatal airship accident at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Franco-British Exhibition of 1908 celebrated the entente cordiale of 1904 and was held in what was afterwards called White City as the exhibition buildings were painted white.
An explosion happened when Captain Thomas Lovelace's airship was undergoing repairs, killing his young secretary, Blanche Hill.)
Media ID 38373444
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Accident Aerodrome Air Ship Airship British Colonial British Empire Entente Entente Cordiale Fatal French Colonial French Empire Illustrated London News West London White City Accidents Lovelace
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with this captivating framed print capturing the fatal airship accident at the Franco-British Exhibition in 1908. A haunting black and white photo by English Photographer from Fine Art Finder, this piece is sure to add a touch of history to any space.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 39.6cm x 23.2cm (15.6" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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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This haunting print captures the tragic moment of the fatal airship accident at the Franco-British Exhibition in 1908. The exhibition, which celebrated the entente cordiale between France and Britain, turned into a scene of devastation when Captain Thomas Lovelace's airship exploded during repairs.
The explosion claimed the life of Lovelace's young secretary, Blanche Hill, casting a shadow over what was meant to be a joyous occasion. The image freezes this heartbreaking moment in time, capturing the chaos and destruction that ensued.
As onlookers watched in horror, the impact of this tragedy rippled through both nations, serving as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with technological advancements. The aftermath of the accident serves as a somber reflection on mortality and human error.
Through this powerful photograph, we are transported back to that fateful day in 1908 when lives were lost and dreams were shattered. It stands as a poignant reminder of how quickly joy can turn to sorrow and how fragile our existence truly is.
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