Vintage Douglas Q-46A aircraft plan, paper model Michel Pottin, old

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Description

This old document represents a construction plan for a flying model airplane, titled "DOUGLAS Q-46 A". It is a technical drawing printed on paper, visible flat in the photo, showing the profiles and sections of a model aircraft. The plan is signed by Michel Pottin, with the inscription "POUR LE CONCOURS DE DE MAQUETTE" (FOR THE MODEL COMPETITION) and the legible date "1951".

The technical drawing covers the entire surface of the paper, with numerous fine lines and handwritten or printed annotations, typical of aeronautical model-making plans from the mid-20th century. The outlines of the different parts of the aircraft (wings, fuselage, tail unit) are clearly defined, accompanied by reference points and dimensions for assembly. The inscription "SOUDE-GRÈS" is also visible on the left side, likely related to the construction method or the type of materials recommended.

The plan has a slightly yellowed appearance, consistent with a vintage document, as well as marked creases, indicating that it was kept folded. Some areas show small stains or marks, without affecting the legibility of the drawing. The edges are clean and the paper's structure appears intact on the visible side.

The whole is photographed on an old wooden desk, with a row of bound books and various vintage accessories in the background, highlighting the authenticity and retro charm of this aeronautical model plan. Several dried flowers and a decorative inkwell accompany the scene, without obscuring the drawing. No other sides or back are visible.

The drawing offered here is aimed at enthusiasts of old plans, aerial model making, or aviation history, and constitutes a decorative or technical piece, typical of the 1950s. It can be used for archiving, documentation, or wall decoration.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of creases, light stains, and signs of use visible on the paper, with no missing parts or tears on the displayed side. Drawing is perfectly legible.

Did you know? The Douglas O-46A was an American observation aircraft developed in the 1930s. Model plans, like the one created by Michel Pottin in 1951, allowed modelers to accurately reproduce historic aircraft for flying competitions or static display. This type of plan was often distributed in specialized magazines or during model-making competitions.

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