Lot n° 172
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Dimitri RIABOUCHINSKY (1882–1962) – Autograph - Lot 172
Dimitri RIABOUCHINSKY (1882–1962) – Autograph
Robert ESNAULT-PELTERIE (1881–1957) – Autograph
Extensive correspondence between these two figures in aeronautics, including:
• Signed typewritten letters with handwritten notes (text additions, calculation formulas, etc.) from Robert Esnault-Pelterie to Dimitri Riabouchinsky, 1928–1929, then resuming in 1945–1949 after World War II. In French, 9 pp., various formats; Autograph letter from Dimitri Riabouchinsky to Robert Esnault-Pelterie, copies and drafts of letters sent. In French, 5 pp., various formats, 1928 and 1947; signed typewritten letters with handwritten additions (text insertions), in French, 11 pp., various formats, as is (tears at the edges), 1929 and 1945.
A courteous and trusting correspondence between two iconic figures of aeronautics. Robert Esnault-Pelterie shares his new publications and seeks Dimitri Riabouchinsky’s opinion regarding research conducted in Russia. After the war, the correspondence resumes: “What has become of you amidst all these catastrophes? (…) In 1933, I had to solve a delicate problem involving liquid flow (for the rocket) and tried to use Dimensional Analysis to help me (…)”
Dmitri Riabouchinsky (1882–1962) - Autograph
Robert Esno-Peltier (1888–1957) – Autograph
Important correspondence between two aviation legends, including:
• Typewritten letters with signatures and fragments of handwritten text (additions to the text, calculation formulas, etc.) from Robert Esno-Peltier to Dmitry Ryabushinsky, 1928–1929, then resumed in 1945–1949 after World War II. In French, 9 pages, various formats; letters from Dmitry Ryabushinsky to Robert Esno-Pelter, copies and drafts of sent letters. 1928 and 1947. In French, 5 pages, various formats; typewritten letters with signatures and fragments of handwritten text (additions), 1929 and 1945. In French, 11 pages, various formats, including (tears along the edges).
A polite and trusting exchange of letters between two iconic figures in aviation. Robert Esno-Pelter shares his new publications and asks Dmitry Ryabushinsky for his opinion regarding research being conducted in Russia. After the war, the correspondence resumes: “What has become of you amid all these disasters? (…) In 1933, I had to resolve a delicate issue regarding fluid flow (for a rocket) and I attempted to use the method of dimensional analysis (…)”
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