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Parachutist AFL03_aerofilms_b251
Parachutist descending 1930s. Canopy fully open. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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Media ID 1900015
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 18.8cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, AFL03_aerofilms_b251, from the extensive Aerofilms Collection held by Historic England, transports us back in time to the exhilarating era of parachuting in the 1930s. The image showcases a brave parachutist in mid-descent, with his canopy fully deployed, painting a tranquil scene amidst the turbulent skies. The parachutist, dressed in a jumpsuit and helmet, appears focused and poised, as he gracefully floats towards the earth. The canopy, with its intricate pattern of suspension lines, billows out behind him, creating an intriguing contrast against the vast, blue expanse of the sky. The image exudes a sense of both danger and freedom, as the parachutist defies gravity and embraces the thrill of freefall. The Aerofilms Collection, amassed by the pioneering aerial photography company Aerofilms, is renowned for its extensive archive of historical aerial imagery. This particular photograph offers a unique perspective on the early days of parachuting, providing a glimpse into the daring exploits of those who dared to leap from great heights and rely on their skill and courage to safely reach the ground. The photograph's timeless quality and the parachutist's unwavering determination serve as a testament to the human spirit of adventure and the indomitable will to push the boundaries of what is possible. This image is not only a fascinating historical artifact but also a reminder of the enduring allure of the skies and the thrill of flight.
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