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Control panel DP236831
Hucknall Airfield, Wing Test Hangar, Watnall Road, Hucknall, Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. Interior view of the block between the two main parts of the aircraft hangar, showing the Dynamometer control centre from the south-west
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Hangar Space Age Control Panels Dials
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
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 by Patricia Payne takes us back in time to the Hucknall Airfield in Nottinghamshire. Stepping into the Wing Test Hangar, we are immediately drawn to the mesmerizing control panel DP236831 that dominates the interior view. The vintage charm of this space age marvel is truly remarkable. The photograph showcases a moment frozen in history, capturing an era when dials and buttons were at the forefront of technological advancements. The intricate network of controls and gauges on display transports us to a time when precision engineering was celebrated. As we examine every detail, it becomes evident that this control centre was once at the heart of innovation and progress. Each dial tells its own story, representing countless hours spent testing aircrafts within these very walls. The retro aesthetic adds another layer of nostalgia to this image. It reminds us of a time when science fiction dreams were becoming reality, as humans reached for the stars with each new development in aviation technology. Patricia Payne's skillful composition allows us to appreciate not only the technical aspects but also the sheer beauty found within this industrial setting. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our never-ending quest for exploration. In preserving moments like these through her lens, Patricia Payne invites us all to reflect on our past achievements while inspiring future generations with visions of what lies ahead.
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