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Schneider Trophy 1929
Cover for the official programme : the aircraft depicted is the Italian Macchi 52, which to Il Duces disappointment failed to win the face
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Air Craft Depicted Disappointment Failed Macchi Official Programme Races Schneider Trophy 1929 Duces
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Schneider Trophy 1929 Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning piece of aviation history showcases the Italian Macchi 52, an iconic seaplane that competed in the prestigious Schneider Trophy race of 1929. The image, sourced from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a captivating cover from the official programme. Despite Il Duce's disappointment, the Macchi 52's sleek design and innovative engineering continue to fascinate aviation enthusiasts around the world. Bring a piece of this rich aviation history into your home or office with the Schneider Trophy 1929 Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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 17.2cm x 24.4cm (6.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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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This cover image from the official programme of the 1929 Schneider Trophy air races showcases the sleek and innovative Macchi 52 Italian seaplane, which unfortunately did not secure the coveted victory for Il Duce, despite his high expectations. The Schneider Trophy was an international competition established in 1913 to encourage the development of seaplanes with superior speed and performance. The 1929 event, held in Calshot, England, attracted the best aviators and aircraft manufacturers from around the world. The Macchi 52, designed by the renowned Italian aeronautical engineer, Gianni Caproni, was a state-of-the-art seaplane featuring a cantilever wing design and a powerful engine capable of generating an impressive speed of 221 miles per hour. Il Duce, the then Italian dictator, Benito Mussolini, had personally selected the Macchi 52 as Italy's entry for the race, hoping to secure a victory and demonstrate Italian technological prowess. However, despite the aircraft's impressive design and capabilities, the Macchi 52 faced stiff competition from other entries, including the British Supermarine S.6B, which ultimately won the race with a record-breaking speed of 252 miles per hour. The disappointment of the Macchi 52's failure to win was a significant setback for Il Duce, who had placed great hopes on the race as a symbol of Italian national pride. This evocative image of the Macchi 52, captured for the official programme cover, serves as a reminder of the high stakes and intense competition of the Schneider Trophy races and the role they played in the development of aviation technology during the interwar period.
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