ROBERT TAYLOR Calm Before Storm/Way We Were PEARL HARBOR 2 Print Set withBONUS WOW
" THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM ". "THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM" by artist Robert Taylor is a signed and numbered limited edition 2 print set from an EXTREMELY SMALL edition limited to ONLY 350 print sets. This is one you will not want to miss!
The young officer in charge smiled approvingly. It was an inspiring scene and he thought that the recently overhauled battleship had never looked more impressive. But within the hour, he glanced skyward and a frown of puzzlement creased his forehead as, out of nowhere, Japanese carrier-based aircraft were descending on the unsuspecting Naval Base. As he registered the bright red circles on their wings, the blood froze in his veins. He realized that hell had come to Pearl Harbor!
Instantly a deafening wall of sound shattered the calm as shrieking klaxons called the Arizona to general quarters. Then, just before 081O hours, the unthinkable happened.
In tribute to all those who lost theft lives at Pearl Harbor on that infamous day, Robert Taylor has created his poignant landmark painting THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM. The Military Gallery (publishers of this print) and we here at Classic Aviation and War Art are proud and honored that FIVE crew from the Arizona, survivors of that fateful day, have come together to sign this special two print edition to commemorate their fallen comrades. Seventy years after the tragic sinking of the Arizona, this is likely to be the last time that so many of her survivors will be able to join together for such an historic event. In addition to the artist this print is individually signed in pencil by FOUR USS Arizona crew. Quartermaster Third Class LOUIS CONTER USN.
Seaman First Class CLEARDON HETRICK USN. Lieutenant Commander JOSEPH LANGDELL USNR.
Gunner's Mate Second Class DONALD GORDON USN. This print is in mint condition, has never been framed, and, like all of our prints, has been stored flat. It measures 34" x 22¼" and comes with a descriptive Certificate of Authenticity and a four-page, full-color sales brochure.
" THE WAY WE WERE " (- Pearl Harbor, Sunday December 7, 1941 -). Reproduced directly from Robert Taylor's working drawing, the outstanding companion print "THE WAY WE WERE" (- Pearl Harbor, Sunday December 7, 1941 -) is issued exclusively with "THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM, " creating a fitting commemorative collector's edition for the 70th Anniversary of this historic event. This 24" x 13 3/8" companion drawing is individually numbered to match the main print and personally signed by the artist Robert Taylor along with ONE member of the Arizona's crew. Chief Warrant Officer EDWARD WENTZLAFF USN.
This print is in mint condition, has been stored flat, and has never been framed. This highly detailed diagram shows the Arizona as she appeared at the time of the attack on Pearl Harbor. This mint condition print measures 11" x 17" and is signed and dated by the artist. GOOD LUCK AND THANKS FOR LOOKING!