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Aviation artist John D Shaw. American
aviation art of John D Shaw.
John Shaw, a native of Nevada, USA, was born in 1961 and
began his career in art and graphics in the early '80s. Beginning as an
illustrator, Shaw created commercial artwork for a wide variety of
clients, such as Lucasfilms Ltd, Major League Baseball, and several
major entertainment software companies.
In 1993 his work took a major turn
when he began creating paintings with an historical aviation theme,
paying special attention paid to the World War II era. His award-winning
depictions of these aircraft, people and the missions in which they
participated have proven extremely popular, particularly throughout the
U.S, and have illustrated numerous publications. He has been exhibited
extensively throughout the US and the rest of the world and his limited
edition prints have enjoyed a huge amount of success, with many of his
editions completely sold out and trading for considerable sums on the
secondary market.
Over the last ten years John has
gained a loyal and rapidly increasing following for his work making him
one of the most highly regarded aviation artists in the US and an
exciting prospect for collectors as his reputation and talent put him
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Debden Eagles by John D Shaw.
Based at RAF Debden in England under Blakeslees leadership the unit, originally comprising of RAF Eagle Squadron pilots, would produce some of the wars greatest aces. By the end of WWII Blakeslee had flown more combat hours than any US pilot and inspired his group to destroy over 1,000 enemy aircraft.
Signed limited edition of 650 prints. Paper size 27 inches x 33 inches (69cm x 84cm). Price £160.00 Signed by Colonel Don Blakeslee (deceased).
Special limited edition of 200 prints. Paper size 31.5 inches x 16.5 inches (80cm x 42cm). Price £265.00 Signed by Colonel Don Blakeslee (deceased), Donald E. Allen, Vincent J. Baietti, Robert O. Baumgart, Donald L. Groomer, Kenneth G. Helfrecht, Joseph W. Higgins, Sylvester Koenig, Charles Konsler, Andrew C. Lacy, Henry A. Lee, Paul J. Lucas, Cecil E. Manning, James W. Rathkey, Richard J. Reinbolt, George F. Russel, C. Dale Smith, William G. Spencer and Lloyd W. Wallin.
ITEM CODE DHM2638
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The Magnificent Fight by John D Shaw.
The valor shown by those who defended Wake Island against impossible odds from the day of the first Japanese attack on December 8th 1941 through December 23rd 1941, has never been surpassed. Though generally known as the battle which brought the US Marine Corps worldwide admiration in World War Two, men of the US Navy, Army and certain civilians also fought with distinction. Though suffering great hardship as Prisoners of War, the spirit of this group was never broken, and remains steadfast to this day amongst those who live to tell first hand the story of a truly Magnificent Fight.
Signed limited edition of 425 prints. Paper size 36 inches x 22 inches (91cm x 56cm). Price £150.00 Signed by 3 F4F Pilots : Robert O Arthur, John F Kinney and David D Kliewer
Special limited edition of 425 prints. Paper size 36 inches x 22 inches (91cm x 56cm). Price £195.00 Signed by 31 Wake Island defenders.
ITEM CODE DHM2637
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They Fought With What They Had by John D Shaw.
Philippine Islands, late November 1941. As the United States prepared for inevitable conflict, members of the US Army Air Corps found themselves stationed in locations throughout this area, in terrifyingly close proximity to a certain enemy far more numberous and well equipped than themselves. To the average citizen, faraway places with exotic names such as Mindinao, Java, Bataan and Corregidor held little meaning. As these young Americans would daily prepare their shiny new B-17 bombers and P-40 fighters for practice missions, none knew the exact day or hour their light heated cameraderie would be interrupted by the sound of approaching Japanese combat aircraft, and how savagely devastating the first surprise attacks would be. On December 8th, shortly after receiving the news of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the skies over American bases throughout the Philippines were darkened as well. In the following few months, these once obscure sounding places would become world famous for both the infamy wrought, and for the gallant heroism shown by the American forces isolated there. Some would gain tragic fame throughout the world, such as Colin Kelly, Harl Pease, and many of their countrymen who would make the ultimate sacrifice during combat, on the infamous Bataan Death March, or from the inhuman treatment inflicted on them by their captors.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Paper size 37.5 inches x 22 inches (95cm x 56cm). Price £130.00 Signed by Staff Sergeant Robert E Altman, Lt Col Melvin A McKenzie and Edward Jackfert
Limited edition of 75 artist proofs. Paper size 37.5 inches x 22 inches (95cm x 56cm). Price £185.00 Signed by a minimum of six of the following : Staff Sergeant Robert E Altman, Lt Col Melvin A McKenzie, Edward Jackfert, Col Herbert W Ellis, Col Edward M Jacquet, Robert Phillips and Col John A Wallach.
Artist signed edition of 200 prints. Paper size 37.5 inches x 22 inches (95cm x 56cm). Price £95.00
ITEM CODE DHM2636
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Hornets Nest by John D Shaw.
Lt. Col. James H.Doolittle confers with Capt. Marc A. Mitscher on the bomber-laden deck of the U.S.S. Hornet as the fateful day of April 18, 1942 approaches. This daring bombing raid on Japan gave America and its allies a badly-needed morale boost in the wake of the destruction at Pearl Harbour.
Signed limited edition of 300 prints. Paper size 30.5 inches x 23.5 inches (77cm x 60cm). Price £200.00 Signed by Lt Richard E Cole, Major Thomas C Griffin, MSgt Edwin W Horton Jr, Maj Gen David M Jones and S/Sgt David J Thatcher.
ITEM CODE DHM2635
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Iwo Jima - A Hard Won Haven by John D Shaw.
Only 660 miles from Tokyo, the small volcanic island of Iwo Jima was recognized as early as 1943 as being a vital location to secure an airbase for allied aircraft, in order to achieve victory in the Pacific. Forseeing this goal, the Japanese began extensive fortifications early, preparing for the eventual onslaught. Within Iwo Jimas myriad tunnels, both underground and within the extinct volcano known as mt Suribachi, enemy forces were able to remain virtually unscathed during the 72 day heavy bombardment in late 1944, which preceded the American landings. In mid Ferbuary 1945, the invasion landing forces arrived, and so began one of the bloodiest and most bitter battles of World War II. Over the course of the next 36 days, the United States Marine Corps would experience many of its most horrific hours, but certainly their finest as well. Marine photographer Joe Rosenthals shot of Old Glory being hoisted aloft atop Suribachi came to be recognized as possibly the most famous photo in history. During the first week of March, the first B-29 to make an emergency landing at Iwo touched down. With its nose art bearing the name Dinah Might, this Superfortress and its crew were hastily repaired, aided and again took to the air within half an hour. Many others soon would follow. Shown here, a B-29 of 34th Bomb Group limps in to Iwos runway number one as emergency crews prepare for more incoming planes, some of which would inevitably have to ditch in the water offshore to avoid an explosive pileup. It is estimated that nearly 25,000 airmen lives would ultimately be spared as a result of being able to make emergency landings there. Nearly 7000 Marines died taking Iwo, with many thousands awarded, the largest number during any single campaign. Of the 23000 Japanese troops defending Iwo, only 1083 were taken prisoner. By the beginning of April, Iwo Jima was secure enough to base P-51 Mustangs to escort the B-29s to Japan, as allies prepared for the frightful prospect of a land invasion on Japans mainland, which historians speculate would likely have cost potentially millions more lives. At this time, more than 60 years after the battle, only a small remnant remains of those who participated first hand in this epic battle. Forever a sympbol of freedom, Iwo Jima remains truly sacred ground.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Paper size 31.5 inches x 16.5 inches (80cm x 42cm). Price £165.00 Signed by Vernard W Brintzenhofe USMC, Clair C Chaffin USMC, Jack L Colby USMC, Roy Earle USMC, Harry D Hink USAAF, Norman T Hatch USMC, Herb Ing USMC, Raymond Jacobs USMC, Henry Koellein USMC, Grover E Thompson USMC, Cyril OBrien, Gordon Ward USMC and Robert Weiler USAAF.
Limited edition of 100 artist proofs. Paper size 31.5 inches x 16.5 inches (80cm x 42cm). Price £195.00 Signed by Vernard W Brintzenhofe USMC, Clair C Chaffin USMC, Jack L Colby USMC, Roy Earle USMC, Harry D Hink USAAF, Norman T Hatch USMC, Herb Ing USMC, Raymond Jacobs USMC, Henry Koellein USMC, Grover E Thompson USMC, Cyril OBrien, Gordon Ward USMC, Robert Weiler USAAF and Jack Lucas USMC MOH.
Artist signed edition of 1225 prints. Paper size 31.5 inches x 16.5 inches (80cm x 42cm). Price £95.00
ITEM CODE DHM2634
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Summer of 42 by John D Shaw.
In this superb tribute to one of the most famous fighter units of WWII the serenity of the beautiful Li River is broken as P40 Tomahawks of the AVG Flying Tigers, bearing their famous shark-mouth motif, return to base at Kweilin.
Signed limited edition of 850 prints. Paper size 39.5 inches x 21 inches (100cm x 53cm). Price £200.00 Signed by 18 original Flying Tigers.
ITEM CODE DHM2633
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Outrun the Thunder by John D Shaw.
The amazing SR-71, number 972, at Kadena as it undergoes a last-minute engine run-up prior to a reconnaissance sortie over the Soviet naval base at Vladivostok.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Paper size 37 inches x 26 inches (94cm x 66cm). Price £245.00 Signed by a minimum of sixty SR-71 pilots and RSOs.
ITEM CODE DHM2632
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Semper Fi Skies by John D Shaw.
Captain Archie Glenn Donahue of VMF-112s Wolfpack, becomes an ace in a day in the skies near Guadalcanal in May 1943. He would repeat this remarkable feat 2 years later, after shooting down five enemy planes while on service aboard the USS Bunker Hill, establishing himself as one of the finest aces in US marine aviation history.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Paper size 27 inches x 32 inches (69cm x 81cm) Price £155.. Price £155.00 Signed by Colonel Archie Donahue.
ITEM CODE DHM2631
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