13879053

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

13879053

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 32329850

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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
The image is a vintage advertisement for "Celion, " which appears to be a brand of aircraft dope—a type of lacquer that was used to waterproof and tighten the fabric stretched over airframes. The ad features an old biplane with the registration number "G-EBO" on its fuselage, suggesting it's from the early aviation era. The text claims "The dope of proved efficiency" and mentions that after competitive tests this machine has been adopted as standard fighter for the Royal Air Force. Below the main body of text, there are additional details about Celion products meeting DTD specifications, with an invitation for readers to apply for particulars on application. It also includes the address and contact information for Celon Ltd. , located in Kingston-on-Thames. At the bottom right corner, there is a seal or logo indicating some sort of certification or approval by S. G. B. A. , although what this acronym stands for isn't immediately clear from the context provided. Overall, this advertisement highlights both product endorsement (by mentioning adoption by military forces) and technical compliance (referencing specific standards), aiming to build trust in Celion's offerings among potential customers during an era when aviation technology was rapidly advancing.

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