Premium Framed Print > Arts > Landscape paintings > Waterfall and river artworks > River artworks
Premium Framed Print : Short Solent Passener Flying Boat - Victoria Falls - Zambesi
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Short Solent Passener Flying Boat - Victoria Falls - Zambesi
A Short Solent Passenger Flying Boat (G-AHIN) close to the Victoria Falls on the Zambesi River - Zimbabwe (then Southern Rhodesia). Date: circa 1949
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 11590219
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1948 1949 1950 Boac Falls Rhodesia Rhodesian Solent Southampton Southern Zambesi Zimbabwean Short
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 25.3cm (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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Africa
> Zimbabwe
> Related Images
> Africa
> Zimbabwe
> Rhodesia
> Africa
> Zimbabwe
> Victoria Falls
> Africa
> Zimbabwe
> Zimbabwe Heritage Sites
> Mosi-oa-Tunya (Victoria Falls)
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Waterfall and river artworks
> River artworks
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases a Short Solent Passenger Flying Boat (G-AHIN) gracefully approaching the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls on the Zambesi River in Zimbabwe, formerly known as Southern Rhodesia, around the late 1940s. The serene waters of the Zambesi reflect the majestic beauty of the falls, while the flying boat, with its distinctive hull, glides effortlessly towards the shore. The Short Solent was a versatile British aircraft, widely used for various roles including passenger transport, maritime patrol, and military applications. This particular aircraft, registered as G-AHIN, was likely operated by the British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) for transporting passengers between Southern Africa and the United Kingdom during the post-war era. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the history of aviation and travel during the late 1940s. The Short Solent's visit to the Victoria Falls represents a unique moment in the annals of aviation history, as it highlights the ingenuity and adventurous spirit of those early days of air travel. This photograph is a testament to the allure of exploration and discovery, as well as the awe-inspiring power of nature. The combination of the magnificent Victoria Falls and the sleek, elegant flying boat creates a scene that is both breathtaking and evocative, leaving us with a sense of wonder and longing for the adventures of yesteryears.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
