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1950s British Control-line Model Aeroplane, Feltham D.m.a.c., No. 7
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1950s British Control-line Model Aeroplane, Feltham D.m.a.c., No. 7

1920 - 1940
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"Painted wooden control-line model aeroplane, with green, cream and black painted finish, No. 7 to fuselage and original undercarriage. Fitted for control-line flying rather than radio control. Circular club decal to wing, apparently reading Feltham D.M.A.C., although the provenance of the model has not been established. Original condition with extensive paint wear, surface marks and losses. Suspended on metal chain for display.

Dimensions in centimetres

H:17

W:72

D:51"

sku 4031

Declaration

Rupert Landen Antiques has dated this Control Line Model Aeroplane to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1237824
Dealers Internal Reference
4031
Dealers Notes

Based in the South Oxfordshire countryside,

Rupert Landen Antiques is a family-run antiques business. Specialising in hand-picked chandeliers, mid-century lighting and period furniture.

We source and lovingly restore unique one-off pieces, using traditional hand finishing techniques.

In our specialist restoration workshop, we put the craftsman at the heart of what we do with care, authenticity and pride.

You can arrange your own transport or collect in person. We ship worldwide and have extensive experience of wrapping carefully so you can shop with confidence! We often deliver for free to mainland UK - please contact us to discuss.

You can also view items at our restoration workshop by appointment only.

Our lighting has all been lovingly restored, tested and earthed but will need to be installed by a qualified electrician. All of our furniture has been through our antique restoration workshop.

All sizes are approximate.

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"Painted wooden control-line model aeroplane, with green, cream and black painted finish, No. 7 to fuselage and original undercarriage. Fitted for control-line flying rather than radio control. Circular club decal to wing, apparently reading Feltham D.M.A.C., although the provenance of the model has not been established. Original condition with extensive paint wear, surface marks and losses. Suspended on metal chain for display.

Dimensions in centimetres

H:17

W:72

D:51"

sku 4031

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Landen Antiques has dated this Control Line Model Aeroplane to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237824
Dealers Internal Ref
4031
Rupert Landen Antiques
Rupert Landen Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2018

Specialists in antique lighting and chandeliers

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A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage.
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Film of 1950s British Control-line Model Aeroplane, Feltham D.m.a.c., No. 7
Archive I A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage.

1950s British Control-line Model Aeroplane, Feltham D.m.a.c., No. 7

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Archive II A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage. View II
Archive III A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage. View III
Archive IV A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage. View IV
Archive V A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage. View V
Archive VI A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage. View VI
Archive VII A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage. View VII
Archive VIII A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage. View VIII
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Rupert Landen Antiques

Rupert Landen Antiques
Telephone 07974 732472
Location
Hartslock Bridleway
Whitchurch on Thames
South Oxfordshire
RG8 7QX
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rupertsantiques
Verified Since Jul 2018
Items For Sale 167
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Rupert Landen Antiques
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Location: Hartslock Bridleway, Whitchurch on Thames , South Oxfordshire, RG8 7QX, United Kingdom
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A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage.
1950s British Control-Line Model Aeroplane, Feltham D.M.A.C., No. 7
Ref: SA1237824
A mid-century hand-painted balsa wood control-line model aeroplane finished in green and cream with number seven painted on the fuselage.
Film of 1950s British Control-line Model Aeroplane, Feltham D.m.a.c., No. 7
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectModel Aeroplanes
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialBalsa Wood, Metal, Paint
  • ColourGreen, Cream
  • MotifsHand-painted numbering, Fuselage club decal, Monoplane wings, Fixed landing wheel

This painted wooden control-line model aeroplane dates from the 1930 period, designed in a Mid-Century Modern style. The monoplane is constructed from balsa wood and metal, featuring a painted finish in green, cream and black. Visible details include the number seven painted on the fuselage, a circular club decal on the wing reading Feltham D.M.A.C., a fixed landing wheel, monoplane wings, and an original undercarriage. The piece displays extensive paint wear, surface marks and losses across its surfaces, and is suspended on a metal chain for display. Measuring H:17 W:72 D:51 cm, the model is suitable for display within a gentleman's library setting or on a bookshelf in a modern home.

FAQs

Control-line model aeroplanes are tethered miniature aircraft controlled during flight by a pilot holding a handle connected to two thin steel lines. Developed in the late 1930s and widely popular throughout the 1950s, the mechanism allows the operator to control the pitch of the aircraft while flying in a circular path.

Mid-century model aircraft were typically constructed using lightweight balsa wood framing, covered in doped tissue paper or silk, and fitted with miniature internal combustion engines and small metal components.

Authentic period pieces often feature period-correct miniature engines, hand-applied painted numbering, regional flying club decals, and surface signs of fuel residue or age-related oxidisation on hardware.

These models are commonly displayed suspended from ceilings or positioned on shelving, mantelpieces, and desks within home offices, libraries, or living spaces as decorative transport collectables.

Store the item in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight and damp to prevent delicate timber from warping. Dust gently using a soft, dry brush, avoiding liquid cleaners on unsealed surfaces.
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