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Lot #280
Graf Zeppelin Skin Fragment

Estimate: $400+

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Description

Appealing 3˝ x 2.25˝ swatch of fabric skin attributed to the Graf Zeppelin aircraft, with an accompanying photocopied provenance note: "Fabric of the outer covering of the 'Graf Zeppelin,' which made the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean in Oct. 1928…Dr. Hugo Eckener presented many yards of the outer covering to me." In fine condition, with expected overall creasing.




From the Collection of Paul K. Carr, former UACC President and Noted Expert.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts Featuring Art and Literature
  • Dates: December 20, 2024 - January 08, 2025