Wing Rib Portion from the Southern Cross

Object detail

Accession number

1978.2683

Production period

1930s

Description

Wing rib portion from wing of Kingsford-Smith's 'Southern Cross'. Modified to be used as picture frame with hooks at top for suspension. Painted green with two circular cut-outs containing pictures - one of a plane in flight, the other of a pilot in uniform. Single looped hook on top.

Marks

E. F. Harvey Signature

Media/Materials

Organic/Vegetal/Wood

Credit Line

Wing Rib Portion from the Southern Cross, 1978.2683. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Component, Aircraft Tools & Equipment for Communication Aerospace Transportation T&E Aerospace Transportation Accessories

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

Subject auto tags

Font Blank media Gas Circle Wood Rectangle Transparency Metal Motor vehicle Paper

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