The original photo was taken in the ZOOgallery, part of Antwerp Zoo. The original sculpture "Brazil" has been hanging there since 2018. The ZOOgallery is also part of the Queen Elisabeth Hall.
The photo, printed on Fujifilm Crystal Archive Supreme photo paper, was hand-signed by Panamarenko in black felt-tip pen during the "Airship Construction" exhibition in Borgerhout.
Professionally framed in a white composite frame with real glass; a back support for horizontal placement and a sawtooth hanger for wall mounting. Frame dimensions: 20.8 x 25.8 x 1.4 cm (8.2" x 10.2" x 0.55") (H x W x D).
This artwork depicts a man in the uniform of a Confederate officer in the American Civil War, with dorsal wings and a propeller. He is attempting to fly with a wing structure with a wingspan of six and a half meters. The backpack flyer is Panamarenko's interpretation of Icarus.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsGrey, WhiteMaterialPaperNumber of items1ArtistsPanamarenkoOrientationLandscapeArt sizeSmallHeight21 cmWidth26 cm