This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/1/2025
Orville Wright signed photograph showing the Wright Flyer in motion, capturing man's first sustained flight on 17 December 1903. Signed by Wright without inscription at lower left in fountain pen, ''Orville Wright''. Orville is shown flying the plane, with his brother Wilbur Wright alongside, having just released his hand from the plane to steady it upon take-off, the entire event captured by photographer John T. Daniels. Silver gelatin photo measures 7'' x 4.875'', affixed to presentation mount with deckled edges measuring 11'' x 9''. Extremely faint foxing to right edge, overall very bright in near fine condition. The most superb example we've offered.