12th Nov, 2024 11:00
Early Flight - The Caproni Collection & The Collectors Sale
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A pioneer-era pilot's seat, circa 1912-1914
Thought to be from a bristol box kite, in whicker with rexine padding raised on splayed oak legs, possibly salvaged from engine struts
Dimensions: 50cm wide x 72cm high
Thought to be from a bristol box kite, in whicker with rexine padding raised on splayed oak legs, possibly salvaged from engine struts
Dimensions: 50cm wide x 72cm high
Wear commensurate with age and use.
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Auction: Early Flight - The Caproni Collection & The Collectors Sale, 12th Nov, 2024
Early flight, Aeronautica, and the Caproni collection
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Saturday 9th November 10am to 13:00pm
Sunday 10th November 10am to 15:00pm
Monday 11th November 10:00am to 16:00pm
Tuesday 12th November 09:00am to 11:00am
