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Grumman F9F-5 Panther
Grumman F9F-5 Panther parked up, awaiting restoration Date: 1960s
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Media ID 20027126
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
Awaiting Grumman Panther Parked Restoration
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the timeless beauty of aviation history into your home with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning image of a Grumman F9F-5 Panther from the Mary Evans Picture Library. Captured in the 1960s, this vintage photograph showcases the iconic jet fighter in a serene moment of rest, awaiting restoration. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that will captivate and inspire. Add this unique piece to your collection and relive the glory days of aviation.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, a Grumman F9F-5 Panther jet fighter sits quietly on the tarmac, its metallic surface reflecting the sunlight as it awaits restoration in the 1960s. The Grumman F9F-5 Panther, a twin-engine, all-weather carrier-based fighter aircraft, was a formidable machine of the United States Navy and Marine Corps during the Cold War era. The Panther, with its distinctive inverted gull-wing design and swept-back wings, was a versatile aircraft that saw action in various roles, including fleet defense, reconnaissance, and ground-attack missions. Its powerful engines, capable of producing over 5,000 pounds of thrust each, gave it impressive speed and maneuverability, making it a formidable opponent in the skies. This particular Panther, now retired from active service, is seen here in a state of repose, its once-shiny skin showing signs of wear and tear. The aircraft's cockpit canopy is open, revealing the instrument panel and control columns within. Workers in the background can be seen busily attending to other aircraft, while tools and equipment are scattered around the Panther, indicating that restoration work is underway. The 1960s were a time of transition for military aviation, as new technologies and designs were emerging to replace the older aircraft like the Panther. Yet, the grace and power of this iconic jet fighter continue to captivate us, making it a cherished symbol of a bygone era in military history. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the dedication and skill of those who worked to keep these historic aircraft flying, and of the important role they played in defending our nations during times of conflict.
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