This extraordinary offering comprises two extremely rare, original, and unpublished photographs from the 1920s, each capturing pivotal moments in aviation history. These are not reproductions, but authentic vintage prints from the era, preserved for nearly a century.
 
First Photograph:
This captivating image measures 6.985 cm x 5.715 cm (approximately 2.75" x 2.25") and features Charles Lindbergh alongside an unknown U.S. military pilot, with an aircraft visible in the background. Taken during the formative years of Lindbergh's career, this candid snapshot offers a rare glimpse into the aviator's early connections with military aviation—a relationship that would later influence his historic transatlantic flight. The presence of the unidentified pilot and aircraft adds layers of historical intrigue, inviting research and speculation.
 
Second Photograph:
This photograph measures 5.08 cm x 6.985 cm (approximately 2" x 2.75") and showcases Lindbergh's legendary aircraft, "The Spirit of St. Louis," the very plane that carried him to immortality in his 1927 solo flight across the Atlantic. The image captures the aircraft in a grounded setting, emphasizing its sleek design and engineering brilliance. As one of the most iconic aircraft in history, this photograph is a powerful piece of aviation heritage.
 
Condition:
Both photographs are original vintage prints with no reproductions or modern copies. They exhibit age-appropriate characteristics, such as slight tonal shifts, minor edge wear, and period processing marks, but remain clear and compelling. Their small size is typical of personal snapshots from the 1920s, often kept in albums or pockets.
 
Historical Significance:
These unpublished images offer a private window into the world of Charles Lindbergh before and after his legendary flight. They are invaluable to collectors of aviation history, Lindbergh memorabilia, or early photography, representing the very essence of historical preservation.
 
Key Details:
 
Era: 1920s (pre- and post-1927)
 
Subjects: Charles Lindbergh with military pilot; "Spirit of St. Louis" aircraft
 
Dimensions: Photo 1: 6.985 cm x 5.715 cm; Photo 2: 5.08 cm x 6.985 cm
 
Materials: Original period photographic paper
 
Condition: Authentic vintage prints with minor age-related wear
 
Provenance: Unpublished, non-reproduced originals
 
Rarity: Exceptionally scarce, especially as unpublished pieces
 
A museum-quality pair for the discerning collector, these photographs bridge personal history and global achievement, capturing the man and the machine that changed aviation forever.