Sketch of HM Airship 9 in flight near Barrow-in-Furness
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Sketch of HM Airship 9 in flight near Barrow-in-Furness
Sketch of HM Airship 9 in flight near Barrow-in-Furness, preparing to land before an approaching storm in 1916. This preliminary sketch was finally reproduced as an oil on canvas, 24 x 36, now held at the Imperial War Museum, No. 1462. Alfred Egerton Cooper, Artists Rifles, Rba, Arca (1883-1974)
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1462 1883 1974 Airship Approaching Arca Barrow Cooper Egerton Finally Furness Held Preliminary Preparing Reproduced Rifles Storm Topographical
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This evocative sketch captures the majesty and tension of HM Airship 9 in flight near Barrow-in-Furness during the early days of World War I. The preliminary drawing, created by British artist Alfred Egerton Cooper in 1916, depicts the airship preparing to land amidst an approaching storm. Cooper, a member of the Artists Rifles, RBA, and ARCA, skillfully rendered the intricate details of the airship's structure against the ominous backdrop of the impending weather system. Originally a preliminary sketch, this work was later reproduced as an oil on canvas painting, measuring 24 x 36 inches, and is now held at the Imperial War Museum in London, bearing the catalog number 1462. The painting offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of early aeronautical engineering and the challenges faced by pilots during this era. The sketch is an important historical document from the time of the First World War, providing a unique perspective on the technological advancements and the human stories behind the development of airship technology. Cooper's artwork not only showcases the technical aspects of the airship but also captures the sense of anticipation and uncertainty that came with operating these massive machines in the face of unpredictable weather conditions.
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