Hunters at Dawn by Robert Taylor Aviation Art Signed by WWII Luftwaffe Aces

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A POWERFUL EDITION PAYING TRIBUTE TO GERHARD BARKHORNHUNTERS AT DAWN By Robert Taylor The great Ace Gerhard Barkhorn, flying his Bf109 G-6, leads II./JG52 as they climb out from their base near the Black Sea, early November 1943. The crisp air of day break is temporarily punctuated by the roar of Daimler-Benz engines as the deadly Messerschmitt fighters set off on their daily hunt for Soviet aircraft over the front line.Those Aces with over 100 victories were exceptional; to reach 200 victories was a spectacular achievement. Yet two men went even further shooting down more than 300 enemy aircraft which placed them in a league of their own. They were the elite of the elite, and their names are legendary – Erich Hartmann and Gerhard Barkhorn.It is no surprise that these iconic Aces scored their victories whilst flying with the legendary fighter wing JG52 and the Geschwader boasted some of greatest Luftwaffe pilots of WWII among its ranks – including the top three Aces of all time. Such renowned pilots as Gunther Rall (275 victories), Wilhelm Batz (237 victories), Hermann Graf (212 victories) and Helmut Lipfert (203 victories) helped this formidable unit notch up more than 10,000 victories making it the most successful fighter wing in history.THE SIGNATURES The print is signed by the artist Robert Taylor and two iconic Luftwaffe Aces who flew on the Russian Front during World War II:Oberfeldwebel WILLI RESCHKE Knights Cross – 27 victories Leutnant HUGO BROCH Knights Cross – 81 victoriesThis outstanding piece is the perfect opportunity for collectors to invest in a true piece of aviation history. 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.

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Combat Over London by Robert Taylor RAF and Luftwaffe Battle of Britain Aces

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A Stunning Tribute to the Pilots who fought on both sides of the Battle of BritainCOMBAT OVER LONDON By Robert Taylor Spitfires of 92 Sqn engage Messerschmitt Me109s of JG-2 in a high-altitude dog-fight directly over London during the height of the Battle of Britain, September 1940. Far below them, Luftwaffe bombers attempt one of their final daylight raids on the capital.Published in 1990 as part of Robert Taylor’s “Golden Anniversary series” this iconic print has been sold out for many years and is extremely sought after on the secondary market, becoming increasingly difficult to find. THE SIGNATURESJoining the artist Robert Taylor the print is personally signed by six Fighter Aces who flew during the Battle of Britain, three representing the RAF and three representing the Luftwaffe, making this one of the most significant limited editions ever published. Group Captain DENYS GILLAM DSO** DFC* AFC – 7 victoriesAir Commodore JAMES LEATHART CB DSO – 7 victoriesWing Commander HARBOURNE STEPHEN CBE DSO DFC* – 22½ victoriesOberst HERBERT IHLEFELD Knights Cross with Oak Leaves & Swords – 132 victoriesGeneralleutnant GÜNTHER RALL Knights Cross with Oak Leaves & Swords – 275 victoriesGeneral JOHANNES STEINHOFF Knights Cross with Oak Leaves & Swords – 176 victories This iconic piece isn’t often available these days and the signatures included are simply outstanding, so this is a great opportunity for aviation art enthusiasts and autograph hunters alike to acquire a historic collectors item.ALSO AVAILABLE FRAMED & SHIPPED – Please ask for detailsWe 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: Larger prints are rolled in acid free tissue and shipped in large, heavy duty shipping tubes with smaller prints ‘flat packed’ in custom made packaging. Matted & framed pieces are packed in our custom made boxes. 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.

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