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Drawing of a Gloster IV Schneider Tropy racing seaplane
Drawing of a Gloster IV Schneider Tropy racing seaplane by Leonard Bridgman, Venice, 1927, Date: 1927
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Gloster Leonard Schneider Seaplane Venice 1927 Bridgman Tropy
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1. Title: "Leonard Bridgman's Drawing of the Gloster IV Schneider Trophy Racing Seaplane (1927)" This drawing by Leonard Bridgman, created in Venice in 1927, showcases the sleek and powerful form of the Gloster IV Schneider Trophy racing seaplane. The Schneider Trophy was an international air racing competition held between 1913 and 1931, with the focus on seaplanes. This particular model, designed and built by the Gloster Aircraft Company in the United Kingdom, was a significant achievement in aviation history. The drawing beautifully captures the plane's intricate details, from the curved wings and streamlined fuselage to the intricately designed engine and propeller. The artist's skillful use of lines and shading creates a sense of depth and dimension, making the viewer feel as if they are right there, on the water, witnessing the majesty of this racing machine in action. The Gloster IV was a two-seat biplane, powered by a Rolls-Royce Eagle VIII V12 engine, capable of producing an impressive 700 horsepower. Its top speed was around 180 miles per hour, making it a formidable competitor in the Schneider Trophy races. This drawing serves as a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the aviation industry during the 1920s, a time when the possibilities for flight seemed limitless. Leonard Bridgman's drawing of the Gloster IV Schneider Trophy racing seaplane is not only an artistic masterpiece but also a historical document, offering a glimpse into the past and the incredible advancements in aviation technology that have shaped our world.
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