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Airship hangars 27516_026
Airship hangars, RAF Cardington, Bedfordshire. No.1 shed was built in 1915 by Short Brothers to build two airships for the navy. After the first world war the site became the Royal Airship Works and No. 1 shed was extended and enlarged in preparation for the R101 project. No. 2 shed was brought from Norfolk and re-erected here in 1930. The sheds were later used for constructing barrage balloons
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the historic Airship hangars at RAF Cardington, Bedfordshire. Standing tall and proud, these magnificent structures have witnessed significant moments in aviation history. No. 1 shed, constructed in 1915 by Short Brothers, played a vital role during World War I as it was used to build two airships for the navy. As time went on, this site evolved into the renowned Royal Airship Works and No. 1 shed underwent extensive expansion in preparation for the ambitious R101 project. Adding to its grandeur, No. 2 shed was transported from Norfolk and reassembled here in 1930, further solidifying RAF Cardington's significance within the aviation industry. These colossal sheds were not only instrumental during wartime but also served as crucial hubs for constructing barrage balloons that provided defense against aerial attacks. Through Damian Grady's lens, we are granted a glimpse into a bygone era where airships ruled the skies with their majestic presence. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination to conquer new frontiers of flight. As we admire this image, let us reflect upon the incredible strides made in aviation technology throughout history while paying homage to those who paved the way for modern aerial advancements - all within these monumental airship hangars at RAF Cardington.
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