"Shark Sighting"-John D. Shaw-P-40 Warhawk Flying Tigers World War II Art

JOHN D. SHAW

John D. Shaw has pursued his art and graphics career since 1985. Born in 1961, this native of Carson City, Nevada has always maintained an interest in creating both fine and commercial art. As an illustrator, Shaw has created artwork for a variety of clients such as Lucasfilms Ltd., Kellogg's, Major League Baseball, Coast Federal Bank of California, etc.

Shaw's work took a major new emphasis in 1993, when he began creating paintings with an historical aviation theme. With special attention to the World War II era, his depictions of these aircraft, people and their missions have won national awards.

Each limited-edition lithograph is an actual piece of documented history bearing MULTIPLE ORIGINAL SIGNATURES of some of America's most celebrated aviation heroes. Names from World War II's most famous groups, such as The Flying Tigers, Band of Brothers Doolittle's Tokyo Raiders, The Black Sheep Squadron, Tuskegee Airmen, American 'Eagle' Squadrons and Mercury Astronauts, personally endorse each of these collectible and valuable pieces of history.

John Shaw S/N Limited Edition Print "Shark Sighting"

GIVING TEETH TO THE TIGERS

A Limited-Edition Lithograph Signed by the Original A.V.G. "Flying Tigers"

Before the pilots of the legendary AmericanVolunteer Group could take to the skies against the enemy, the all-important task of Bore Sighting the .30 caliber wing guns of their P-40s had to take place! The ingenious armorers of the AVG were often forced to improvise, but as the Tigers' incredible combat record can attest, these great Americans got the job done! Artist John D. Shaw has recreated this scenario, featuring likenesses of actual AVG personnel, such as "Tex" Hill and armorer Chuck Baisden. Today, less than two dozen of these great American heroes are still with us and it's been a true honor to work with them on another painting to help continue their legacy!

All prints include Certificate of Authenticity & Signers Biographical Profile

Print measures 37.5"x 23" (image area = 32"x 16")

650 Main Editions - signed by at least 11 original AVG* - $295

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Also available in the following editions

100 Artist Proofs - signed by at least 14 original AVG* - SOLD OUT

150 Display Editions - Signed by Artist Only - $125

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Shark Sighting is also available as a canvas giclee edition, available in two sizes.
Only 100 of these beautiful custom-accented pieces will be produced.
Each is highlighted, signed and numbered by the artist.
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Canvas Giclee, Image area: 48" x 24" - $1,095
Canvas Giclee, Image area: 40" x 20" - $950

These giclees are a specialty item and require special ordering.

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*Signed by a Combination of these Original AVG Flying Tigers:

Chuck Baisden (3rd sq)

Charlie Bond (1st sq)

Carl Brown (1st sq)

Paul Clouthier (3rd sq)

"Tex" Hill (2nd sq)

Ed Janski (HQ sq)

Ken Jernstedt (3rd sq)

"Buster" Keeton (2nd sq)

Frank Losonsky (3rd sq)

Joe Poshefko (3rd sq)

Rich Richardson (HQ sq)

Dick Rossi (1st sq)

Ed Stiles (3rd sq)

Morgan Vaux (1st sq)

Peter Wright (2nd Sq)

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All Limited Edition prints are signed and numbered (S/N) by the artist. Limited Edition prints are restricted to a certain number. For example, if 400 prints are made from an original painting, once they’re gone, that’s it. There is no limit to the number of open edition prints of a particular painting. That’s why Limited Edition prints are more expensive — and more valuable to collectors — than "open" edition. Rare objects are more valuable.

An Artist’s Proof (AP), generally, is the first 5% - 10% of the Limited Edition prints that come off the press. This status is noted on the print. Collectors prefer APs because their value increases even more than a Limited Edition as time goes by.

All Limited Edition artwork is subject to availability at time of order. Although seller strives to remain currrent as to inventory, seller reserves the right to cancel a sale if item is no longer available at time of purchase.