Wood and Fabric Model of the "BLERIOT XI" Airplane

Description:

Wood and Fabric Model of the "BLERIOT XI" Airplane, early 20th century, with openwork wooden frame and canvas-covered wings and tail, lettered on the underside of the wings with the craft's name, overall lg. 41, wingspan 45 in.

Note: The Bleriot XI was the craft flown by aviator Louis Bleriot during the first crossing of the English Channel in a heavier-than-air aircraft, in 1909.
Estimate $800-1,200


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