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Electric Airship
A model of an airship, built by the Tissandier brothers in 1843, on display at the Science Museum, London, 23rd June 1950. Fitted with a Siemens motor, the aircraft was the first to be powered by electricity. (Photo by John Franks/Keystone/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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John Franks
Media ID 11435492
© 2007 Getty Images
1950 1959 Air Vehicle Airplane Blimp Brother Exhibition Innovation London England Model Object Museum Siemens Diry Tissandier
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our stunning Electric Airship poster print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Storehouse collection. This captivating piece, by renowned artist John Franks, depicts the Tissandier brothers' groundbreaking model of an airship, displayed at the Science Museum in London during a 1950 exhibition. Bring the history of aviation into your home or office with this beautiful and intriguing work of art. Impeccably printed and presented on premium paper, this poster is a must-have for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, and art collectors alike.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 54.1cm x 42cm (21.3" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a remarkable piece of aviation history - the Electric Airship. Built by the visionary Tissandier brothers in 1843, this model airship was proudly displayed at the Science Museum in London on the 23rd of June, 1950. What makes this aircraft truly groundbreaking is its revolutionary power source - an electric Siemens motor. The Electric Airship holds the distinction of being the first-ever aircraft to be powered by electricity, marking a significant milestone in technological advancements. The image showcases the sleek design and intricate details of this pioneering air vehicle. Its horizontal position emphasizes its impressive size and scale, while also highlighting its innovative features that set it apart from traditional airships. As we gaze upon this archival photograph taken by John Franks, we are transported back to a time when inventions and innovations were transforming our world at an unprecedented pace. This snapshot serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of progress. Displayed against a backdrop devoid of people or distractions, this photo allows us to fully appreciate the magnitude of this historic artifact. It stands as a symbol not only for transportation advancements but also for financial investment in cutting-edge technology. Intriguingly preserved through time, this image invites us to marvel at how far we have come since those early days of flight experimentation. The Electric Airship remains an enduring reminder that imagination knows no bounds when it comes to shaping our future.
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