Supersonic Paris: Original Concorde Collage on 1924 Vintage Map

A one-of-a-kind, handcrafted paper collage featuring the iconic Concorde —the legendary joint venture between Air France and British Airways. This piece captures the era when you could cross the Atlantic from Paris to New York in a mere 3.5 hours at a breathtaking altitude of 60,000 feet.

The Artistry & Materials

Every element of this collage tells a story. I have meticulously sourced and upcycled authentic materials to create a tactile, multi-layered narrative:

• The Background: A genuine, upcycled 1924 map of Paris, offering a vintage bird's-eye view of the Paris a century ago.
  
  
• The Aircraft: A hand-cut image of the Concorde sourced from an original 1980s National Geographic magazine.
  
  
• The Details: The "PARIS" lettering is die-cut and hand-painted in a deep aeronautical blue, specifically inspired by the classic typography found at Charles de Gaulle Airport.
  
  
• Hand-Finished Touches: The delicate vapour trails at the aircraft’s tail to evoke the sensation of supersonic flight. Mounted on a wooden panel with all four sides finished in a smooth, gallery-white paint.

Product Details

• Dimensions: Approximately 11" x 14" x 1.5" (28 cm x 35.5 cm x 4 cm).
  
  
• Mounting: The 1.5-inch profile allows it to sit beautifully on a shelf or hang flush against a wall.
  
  
• Provenance: Signed by the artist. Handcrafted in Canada.
  
  
• Sustainability: Every element is recycled or upcycled from genuine vintage maps and ephemera.
  

Looking for a specific connection? I have a vast collection of antique maps. I can create bespoke airport codes or custom locations upon request to make this piece truly personal to your own travels.