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Framed Print of Comet Prototype
20th July 1949: The prototype of the de Havilland Comet turbo-jet airliner, built at Hatfield, Hertfordshire. It is a monoplane powered by 4 ghost engines expected to give a cruising speed of 500 mph. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images). Unleash your creativity with premium art prints that turn any room into a visual masterpiece. © This content is subject to copyright
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Media ID 13451283
De Havilland Comet , Black And White Aviation Photos
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Experience aviation history with our Framed Print of "Comet Prototype" by Central Press from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This iconic image captures the moment of innovation as the de Havilland Comet, the world's first jet-powered commercial airliner, took shape at Hatfield, Hertfordshire in 1949. With its sleek design and ghost engines, the Comet represented a new era in air travel, promising a cruising speed of 500 mph. Bring this piece of aviation history into your home or office and relive the excitement of the past with every glance. Order your Framed Print today from Media Storehouse's Fine Art collection.
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Photo Prints - Experience the thrill of aviation history with our fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. This photograph captures the Comet Prototype, the world's first jet-powered commercial airliner, as it took to the skies for the first time on 20th July 1949. Built by de Havilland at Hatfield, Hertfordshire, this monoplane revolutionized air travel with its sleek design and expected cruising speed of 500 mph. Our fine art print brings you up close to this historic moment, making it a must-have for any aviation enthusiast or art collector's wall.
Poster Prints - Experience aviation history with our Fine Art Storehouse Poster Print of the Comet Prototype. This image, sourced from Central Press, transports you back to 20th July 1949, when the world's first turbo-jet airliner took flight at Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The sleek monoplane, powered by 4 ghost engines, represented a revolutionary leap in aviation technology, promising a cruising speed of 500 mph. Bring this iconic moment into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade poster print. Relive the excitement and marvel at the ingenuity of the past, all while adding a touch of timeless elegance to your space.
Metal Prints - Metal Prints featuring 'Comet Prototype' by Central Press from Fine Art Storehouse, capturing the historic moment of the de Havilland Comet turbo-jet airliner's prototype built at Hatfield, Hertfordshire on July 20th, 1949. Durable and long-lasting Metal Prints bring art to life in a modern way.
Canvas Prints - Canvas Prints of historic aviation art, featuring 'Comet Prototype' by Central Press from Fine Art Storehouse. This iconic print shows the de Havilland Comet turbo-jet airliner's prototype built at Hatfield, Hertfordshire in 1949. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and art lovers alike, our Canvas Prints bring style to any room.
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.7cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
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