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Defence of the Capital by Gerald Coulson signed Battle of Britain Hurricane Aces
Defence of the Capital by Gerald Coulson signed Battle of Britain Hurricane Aces
Defence of the Capital by Gerald Coulson signed Battle of Britain Hurricane Aces
Defence of the Capital by Gerald Coulson signed Battle of Britain Hurricane Aces

Defence of the Capital by Gerald Coulson signed Battle of Britain Hurricane Aces

$ 118.8

  • Artist: Gerald Coulson
  • Autographed by:: Battle of Britain Aces
  • Autographs also include: Bob Foster
  • Autographs include:: George Westake
  • COA Issued By: The Military Gallery
  • Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes
  • Color: Color
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Featured Aircraft:: Hawker Hurricane
  • Features: Autographed, Individually numbered, Certificate included, Secondary Market
  • Featuring:: 85 Squadron
  • Framing: Unframed
  • Image Orientation: Landscape
  • Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
  • Material: Paper, Lithograph
  • Original/Licensed Reprint: Limited Edition Print
  • Period: Contemporary (1970 - 2020)
  • Print Size: 27 x 19 ¾ inches
  • Production Technique: Lithography
  • Region of Origin: California, USA
  • Seller Notes: “This print is in mint condition and includes the Certificate of authenticity”
  • Signed: Yes
  • Signed By: Battle of Britain Pilots
  • Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
  • Style: Illustration Art, Realism, Aviation Art, military Art
  • Subject: Aircraft, Military, Sky, World War II (1939-1945), Battle of Britain, RAF, Hurricane
  • Theme: Art, Aviation, Conflicts & Wars, History, Militaria, Patriotic, Travel & Transportation, Combat, Autographs
  • Time Period Produced: 2000-2009
  • Title: Defence of the Capital
  • Topic: Battle of Britain
  • Type: Limited Edition Print
  • Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
  • Year of Production: 2004

Description

Commemorating the Battle of Britain DEFENCE OF THE CAPITAL by Gerald Coulson High over London Hurricanes of 85 Squadron engage Bf109's in a furious dogfight, during the intense fighting of the Battle of Britain - August 1940. It is August 1940 and Hurricanes of 85 Sqn based at Duxford, are locked in close combat with Messerschmitt Bf109Es high over the Thames Estuary. The fighters engage at full throttle, turning and diving, each trying to get the other in his sights and the vapor trails of combat weave through the summer sky as the battle rages on. July 10th to October 31st 1940 - The Battle of Britain, a monumental event in British history and a major turning point of WWII. During those few summer months the RAF and Luftwaffe fought what was to become one of the most crucial and decisive aerial conflicts in history. Never before or since has air combat been so intense over such a period of time. THE SIGNATURES The print is personally signed by the artist and five highly decorated Pilots who flew Hurricanes during the Battle of Britain: Squadron Leader KEN 'HAWKEYE' LEE DFC – 5 victories Wing Commander BOB FOSTER DFC – 6 victories Squadron Leader DOUG NICHOLLS DFC – 1 victory Group Captain GEORGE WESTLAKE DSO DFC – 10 victories Flight Lieutenant NIGEL KEMP DFC – 1 victory Published in 2005, this limited edition has been sold out for some years. It includes iconic Battle of Britain signatures giving collectors and autograph hunters alike a unique opportunity to acquire this seldom seen piece. Please note: The prints in my store are hand-signed by the veterans involved in the painting so the signatures are original autographs and not reproductions. T he certificate of authenticity is included. CONDITION: My items are guaranteed to be in perfect condition, any issues are clearly detailed in the description. SHIPPING: As an aviation art retailer I have shipped countless prints over the years. My prints are rolled in acid free tissue and shipped in heavy duty tubes, and the shipping is insured and guaranteed. If you are interested in more than one item I will always do my best to combine the shipping to save costs – please just ask.