'Spirit of St. Louis'. An original b/w gelatin silver press photograph of the American aviator, author and environmentalist Charles Lindbergh (1902–1974) sitting in his plane, 'The Spirit of St. Louis'. Photo shoot from 1927. Present exposure probably 1930s-1940s. Back with editorial stamp, publisher's stamp (Cleveland Press, Ref. Dept.) and handwritten note, 'Spirit of St. Louis'. Fiber based photographic paper. Double glazing. Photo size 16×20 cm. Frame size 20×24 cm.
Charles Lindbergh was the first man to cross the Atlantic Ocean non-stop by air. The trip, which lasted 33 hours, took place on May 21, 1927. Upon his return to the United States (June 13, 1927), President Calvin Coolidge awarded him The Medal of Honor, the highest American military decoration, and Time Magazine named him the first ever 'Man of the Year'.
Has yellowed. Corner pinholes. Slightly wavy surface. Signs of handling.
Paintings, furniture and varia, 30 September 2024
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