Description: A powerful edition commemorating this historic battle, signed by legendary pilots who flew the SBD Dauntless in the Pacific TheatreTHE BATTLE OF THE CORAL SEA By Robert Taylor ARTIST PROOFCommemorating the Battle of the Coral Sea Robert Taylor has chosen to portray the sinking of the Shoho in this dramatic painting. When Commander Weldon Hamilton, leading one of the Lexington’s Dauntless squadrons, spotted the Shoho at 1040 on the morning of May 4th 1942, the Japanese carrier’s fate was sealed. Within minutes she was hit by the full force of the Lexington’s dive bombers and torpedo aircraft, aided by the Yorktown’s attack group. Smothered by a dozen bomb and seven torpedo hits, the Shoho was sunk within thirty minutes of the first sighting. THE SIGNATURES This Artist Proof copy is one of only 35 produced worldwide and is individually signed by the artist and TEN SBD Dauntless pilots who flew in the Battle of the Coral Sea:Lieutenant Commander DICK BEST Commander HAROLD L. BUELLCaptain BEN PRESTONCommander JOE RILEYCaptain ARTHUR J. SCHULTZCaptain ‘Link’ LAWRENCE G. TRAYNOR Captain BILL CHRISTIECaptain ROBERT ELDERCommander HARRY A FREDRICKSONCaptain STANLEY “SWEDE” VEJTASAThis powerful edition, carrying truly historic autographs, is the perfect opportunity for enthusiasts to acquire a historic collector's item, perfect for history enthusiasts and autograph hunters alike. ALSO AVAILABLE FRAMED & SHIPPED - Please ask for details We will always do our best to combine shipping on multiple purchases whenever possible – please ask. BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: We have been in business for over 25 years and our items are guaranteed to be in perfect condition, unless specified otherwise. SHIPPING: Our prints are rolled in acid free tissue and shipped in large, heavy duty shipping tubes. matted & framed pieces are 'flat packed' in substantial packaging. Our shipping is insured and guaranteed. YOUR PIECE OF MIND: As a reputable company, if any issues do arise we don't expect our customers to deal with it. So if there are any problems such as with condition, delivery or damages then we will take care of it with a replacement, store credit or your money back. Please note: The signatures on our pieces are not reproductions; they are original autographs, hand-signed by the veterans involved.
Price: 650 USD
Location: Ojai, California
End Time: 2024-11-28T08:16:37.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Artist: Robert Taylor
Signed By: Coral Sea & Midway Pilots
Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
Print Size: 33 x 24 inches
Also Featuring: The Shoho
Region of Origin: California, USA
Framing: Unframed
Listed By: Aces High Gallery
Year of Production: 1996
Subject:: Coral Sea
Style: Aviation Art, Military Art, Illustration Art, Realism
Features: WWII Combat Aviation, Signed, Pacific Theatre, Artist Proof
Topic: US Navy
Time Period Produced: 1990-1999
Featuring:: USS Lexington
Image Orientation: Landscape
Signed: Yes
Color: Color
Title: The Battle of the Coral Sea
Period: Contemporary (1970 - 2020)
Material: Lithograph, Paper
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes
Featured Aircraft: SBD Dauntless
Original/Licensed Reprint: Limited Edition Print
Subject: Japan, Pacific, Aircraft, Military, Ships, World War II (1939-1945), Battle of the Coral Sea, Midway
Edition: Publishers Proof
Type: Print
Autographed by:: Dick Best
COA Issued By: Military Gallery
Also Autographed by: Swede Vejtasa
Theme: Americana, Art, Aviation, Conflicts & Wars, History, Maritime, Militaria, Patriotic, Transportation, Naval, Pacific, Fine Art
Production Technique: Lithography
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
