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Robert Taylor: Air Combat Paintings (Air Combat Paintings of Robert Taylor)

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Splendid paintings, terrific drawings, historic informations everywhere and a foreword by none less than 'Johnnie' Johnson! This book takes the reader through the wonderful and time-consuming process which Robert Taylor takes to produce a painting. From white canvas to paintings able to tell a whole history each, the reader is take on a journey through several air combat scenarios.

One of the best artists in the world when it comes to WWII aircraft. Excellent book well illustrated and includes detailed information on the aircraft and pilots portrayed in each painting.

Robert Taylor: Air Combat Paintings Volume II is a dazzling spectacle of an artbook, filled with black-and-white as well as full color images of aerial combat paintings, especially those related to World War II air battles. An extensive, in-depth commentaries and history adds a special depth to the origin and moment captured in these heart-stopping works of art. Robert Taylor: Air Combat Paintings, Volume II is a recommended treasure trove of great air combat illustrations for aviation and military history buffs. Also highly recommended is the companion compilation, The Air Combat Paintings of Robert Taylor: Volume 1 (0715314300, £20.00).