Lot 2
Bleriot, Louis (1872-1909) French aviator, he made the first flight over the English Channel (1909) -- the first flight over open water.
Signed Photographic Postcard ("L. Bleriot"). 3½ x 5½", France, 1929. Sepia toned portrait signed with black ink in bottom margin. Verso has divided back and "Bleriot-Aéronautique" stamp. Transmittal envelope included. Lovely, strong signature, some faint silvering to photo, minor abrasion to upper left corner. Fine condition.
One of the great heroes of early aviation, Berliot designed and flew his own planes.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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| Realized $299 |
