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A Prototype Model of a de Haviland Albatross Airplane

Origin

England

Period

1920-1949

Materials

Wood & metal

Dimensions

W.	27 in;	D.	18 in;
W.	68.58 cm;	D.	45.72 cm;

Condition

Good. Some light restoration

Creation Date

1938

Description

A manufacturer's model of a de Haviland DH. 91 Albatross airplane. This airplane was designed & built in 1938 & was intended to be a luxury air service to Europe & the Orient. A total of only seven of these very modern aircraft were built between 1938-39. This is the prototype model, it is made from painted wood & has a wingspan of 27" & the length is 18" it is in the original wooden carrying case. These aircraft were used as passenger airplanes by Imperial Airways, but with the onset of World War Two the RAF considered their speed & range useful & they were pressed into service with 271 RAF Squadron. Over time the paint in some areas of this model had cracked, it was professionally restored to the original condition. This is a very rare Art Deco streamlined style model in excellent condition.

Styles / Movements

Art Deco, Modern

Patterns

Abstract, Handmade, Modern

Incollect Reference Number

434296