French engineer and aviator (1872–1936) who made the first crossing of a large body of water in a heavier-than-air craft when he flew across the English Channel in 1909. Commanding vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 French postcard half-length photo of Bleriot posing with one of his planes, beautifully signed in fountain pen. In fine condition. A handsome image of the original ‘puddle jumper.’ RR Auction COA.
