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Photographic Print : Curtiss-Cox Model 22 racer
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Curtiss-Cox Model 22 racer
One of the two Curtiss-Cox Model 22 racers, assembled as a monoplane before being crated for shipment to France. In the spring of 1920, Texas oil millionaire S. E. J. Cox decided to have two racers built for the James Gordon Bennett race to be held in France the following September. The two aircraft (named Texas wildcat and Cactus Kitten) were hastily designed, built and crated for shipment to France, without the benefit of flight testing. Date: 1920
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Media ID 21131129
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
Assembled Benefit Bennett Cactus Decided Gordon Held Kitten Millionaire Monoplane Named Racers Shipment Spring Testing Texas Wildcat Designed Hastily
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring the thrill of the past into your home with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring this stunning image of the Curtiss-Cox Model 22 racer from the Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating photograph, taken by an unknown photographer in the spring of 1920, showcases one of the two Model 22 racers, which were assembled as monoplanes before being crated for shipment to France. Texas oil millionaire S.E. J. Cox piloted these sleek machines, embodying the spirit of adventure and innovation during the golden age of aviation. Our high-quality prints are perfect for aviation enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone looking to add a touch of history to their decor. Each print is carefully produced using archival materials to ensure lasting beauty and vibrancy. Experience the past in present day with this timeless piece of aviation history.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 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 photograph showcases one of the two Curtiss-Cox Model 22 racers, meticulously assembled as a monoplane before being crated for shipping to France in the spring of 1920. Texas oil millionaire, S.E.J. Cox, had made the bold decision to commission two of these aircraft for the prestigious James Gordon Bennett race, set to take place in France that September. The design, build, and crating process for the Texas Wildcat and Cactus Kitten were carried out with incredible haste, without the luxury of pre-flight testing. The Curtiss-Cox Model 22 was a product of the innovative era of aviation, with its sleek lines and aerodynamic design reflecting the cutting-edge technology of the time. Despite the lack of testing, the risk-taking spirit of Cox and his team paid off, as both aircraft made it to France and participated in the race, leaving a significant mark in the annals of aviation history.
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