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Vickers Varsity T. 1 VX828
Vickers Varsity T.1 prototype VX828 Date: circa 1950
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1950 Prototype Varsity Vickers Vx828
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 25.5cm (15.6" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the Vickers Varsity T.1 prototype, VX828, in its prime during the early 1950s. The Varsity, a twin-engine turboprop transport aircraft, was developed by the British aircraft manufacturing company, Vickers-Armstrongs, as a successor to the successful Vickers Valetta. The Varsity was designed primarily for military use, with the ability to carry out various roles including maritime patrol, communication, and transport. This prototype, VX828, was the first of its kind to take to the skies, making its maiden flight on March 23, 1950. Its sleek and innovative design, featuring a T-tail and twin tail fins, set it apart from its predecessors. The aircraft in this photograph is seen in mid-flight, showcasing its impressive agility and power. The Varsity was known for its ability to take off and land on short runways, making it an ideal choice for operations in remote or austere locations. Its advanced avionics and robust construction ensured that it was well-equipped to handle the demands of military service. This photograph is a testament to the groundbreaking achievements of the Vickers Varsity program and the innovation of the aviation industry during the post-war era. The Varsity went on to serve with various military forces around the world, including the Royal Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, and the Indian Air Force, among others. This iconic aircraft remains a significant part of aviation history and continues to inspire awe and admiration among aviation enthusiasts and historians alike.
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