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Metal Print : Crash EPW000213
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Crash EPW000213
Crashed aircraft. People in rowing boat investigating the wreckage. AVRO504K in Southwark boating lake, March 1920. From a copy negative. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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Media ID 1900027
© Historic England
Aeroplane Air Craft Air Plane Bi Plane
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into history with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the captivating image of Crash EPW000213 by Aerofilms from Historic England. This vintage photograph transports you back in time, depicting a scene of intrigue and investigation as people carefully examine the wreckage of an AVRO 504K aircraft in Southwark boating lake, London, in March 1920. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring the rich details and authentic tones of this historic moment to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Experience the past like never before with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the aftermath of a dramatic event that unfolded in March 1920. The image showcases a crashed AVRO504K aircraft resting on the tranquil waters of Southwark boating lake, while a group of curious individuals aboard a rowing boat investigate the wreckage. The scene is both haunting and mesmerizing, as it captures the juxtaposition between man-made machinery and the serenity of nature. The twisted metal frame of the biplane stands as a testament to human ingenuity and its vulnerability when faced with unforeseen circumstances. One cannot help but wonder about the events leading up to this fateful crash; what caused it? Were there any casualties? These questions remain unanswered, leaving room for speculation and imagination. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its historical value but also in its ability to transport us back to an era where aviation was still in its infancy. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since then, both technologically and in terms of safety measures. Preserved within this Aerofilms Collection print, this snapshot from our past invites us to reflect upon our own progress while paying homage to those who paved the way for modern aviation.
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