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Fairey Seal
Fairey Seal of 821 Squadron Fa, Gibraltar, 1935
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 639884
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Fleet Air Arm Interwar Royal Air Force Royal Navy
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 24.4cm x 20.8cm (9.6" x 8.2")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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 evocative photograph captures the sleek lines and powerful presence of a Fairey Seal aircraft of 821 Squadron FA, based at Gibraltar in 1935. The Fairey Seal was a biplane flying boat that served in the Royal Air Force (RAF) and Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm during the interwar period. It was a versatile aircraft, capable of performing various roles including reconnaissance, bombing, and torpedo attacks. The Seal in this image wears the distinctive markings of 821 Squadron, which was formed in 1918 and was based at Gibraltar from 1933 to 1939. The squadron's emblem, a red lion rampant on a gold background, is clearly visible on the side of the fuselage. The aircraft is also adorned with the RAF roundel and the letters "FA" denoting its status as a Fleet Air Arm unit. The photograph was taken during a time when the RAF and Royal Navy were expanding their naval air power in preparation for the looming threat of war. The Seal was an important part of this effort, providing long-range maritime patrol capabilities and helping to protect Britain's naval interests. The image also offers a glimpse into the daily life of the squadron personnel. The aircraft is moored alongside a jetty, with men in uniform visible in the background, likely engaged in maintenance or preparation for a mission. The sun is setting in the background, casting a warm glow over the scene and adding to the sense of tranquility before the bustle of nighttime operations. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of the RAF and the Fleet Air Arm during the interwar period, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and operations of a squadron based in a strategic location like Gibraltar.
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