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Nicolas Trudgian range of ME 262 Jet Fighter aircraft aviation
signed art prints. This site is dedicated to the artwork of Aviation
artist Nicolas Trudgian. Including the full range of Aviation prints
published by the Military Gallery which Cranston Fine Arts have purchased the
last remaining prints. Which include many rare items. many of Nicolas
Trudgian prints have been signed by Many of the Top Fighter and Bomber Pilots
of World war two over the pats Decade. and many of these great Pilots are no
longer with us. This could be the last chance to own a piece of history which
will soon be no longer available except on the more expensive secondary
market.
The Messerschmitt Me-262 Swallow, a
masterpiece of engineering, was the first operational mass-produced jet
to see service. Prototype testing of the airframe commenced in 1941
utilizing a piston engine.
General Adolf Galland, who was in charge of the German Fighter Forces at
that time, pressured both Goring and Hitler to accelerate the Me-262,
and stress its use as a fighter to defend Germany from Allied bombers.
Hitler, however, envisioned the 262 as the aircraft which might allow
him to inflict punishment on Britain. About 1400 Swallows were produced,
but fortunately for the Allies, only about 300 saw combat duty. While
the original plans for the 262 presumed the use of BMW jet engines,
production Swallows were ultimately equipped with Jumo 004B turbojet
engines. The wing design of the 262 necessitated the unique triangular
hull section of the fuselage, giving the aircraft a shark-like
appearance. With an 18 degree swept wing, the 262 was capable of Mach
.86. The 262 was totally ineffective in a turning duel with Allied
fighters, and was also vulnerable to attack during take off and
landings. The landing gear was also suspect, and many 262s were
destroyed or damaged due to landing gear failure. Despite its sleek
jet-age appearance, the 262 was roughly manufactured, because Germany
had lost access to its normal aircraft assembly plants. In spite of
these drawbacks the 262 was effective. For example, on April 7, 1945 a
force of sixty 262s took on a large force of Allied bombers with escort
fighters. Armed with their four nose-mounted cannons, and underwing
rockets the Swallows succeeded in downing or damaging 25 Allied B-17s on
that single mission. While it is unlikely that the outcome of the War
could have been altered by an earlier introduction or greater production
totals for this aircraft, it is clear to many historians that the
duration of the War might have been drastically lengthened if the Me-262
had not been too little too late.
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| Jet Strike by Nicolas Trudgian (AP) Arguably the most significant fighter leader of World War II, Adolf Galland took command of all German day and night fighters, but was in constant dispute with Luftwaffe supreme, Goering, who ultimately sacked him. Reinstated by Hitler, Galland returned to active combat in the final year of the war, commanding the legendary JV44 fighter wing, flying the Me262 jet. The great Adolf Galland ended the war as he had begun - flying fighters in daily combat, the only serving General ever to lead a combat wing in action. Gallands Me262s of JV-44 climbing to intercept a formation of B-17s in April, 1945. Limited edition of artist proofs. Paper size 18 inches x 12 inches (46cm x 31cm) Sold Out Edition. Only one secondary market print available.. Price £395.00 Presented in double matts to include the original signature of
Adolf Galland.
Limited edition of 50 publishers proofs. Paper size 18 inches x 12 inches (46cm x 31cm). Price £370.00 Presented in double matts to include the original signature of
Adolf Galland. ITEM CODE DHM2442 |
| In Defense of the Reich by Nicolas Trudgian. The legend of Willie Messerschmitts Me262, and the elite fighter Aces who piloted this revolutionary jet aircraft, is as secure as any born during the Second World War. As they hurtled into the air, climbing at speeds hitherto unknown, a small group of seasoned pilots heralded a new generation of combat aircraft that would extend into the 21st century. At the spearhead of this new era in combat flying was the mercurial fighter leader Adolf Galland. Sacked for opposing the naive tactics of Luftwaffe supremo Hermann Goering, Galland found himself, as a General, once again leading a squadron of fighters into battle. Although too late to change the spectre of imminent defeat, this tiny group of highly decorated Aces fought a courageous rearguard action during the final Defense of the Reich. Seen blasting off an airfield in Bavaria are four Me262s, led by General Adolf Galland. Glistening in the damp air these sleek fighters are on full power in their rush to climb to altitude. Within minutes they will attack an incoming mass formation of B-17s and B-24s. Below, the roads and buildings reflect the sunlight between the scattered clouds of a departing storm. Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Paper size 32 inches x 25 inches (81cm x 64cm). Price £ Signed by General Adolf Galland, General Walter Krupinski and Oberst Hermann Buchner.
Signed limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Paper size 32 inches x 25 inches (81cm x 64cm). Price £ Signed by General Adolf Galland, General Walter Krupinski and Oberst Hermann Buchner.
Signed limited edition of 25 remarques. Paper size 32 inches x 25 inches (81cm x 64cm). Price £ Signed by General Adolf Galland, General Walter Krupinski and Oberst Hermann Buchner.
Signed limited edition of publishers proofs. Paper size 32 inches x 25 inches (81cm x 64cm). Price £480.00 Signed by General Adolf Galland, General Walter Krupinski and Oberst Hermann Buchner.
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| Alpine Scramble by Nicolas Trudgian.
Artist Signed edition of 600 prints. Image size 14 inches x 9.5 inches (36cm x 24cm). Price £75.00
Limited edition of 75 artist proofs. Image size 14 inches x 9.5 inches (36cm x 24cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 25 publishers proofs. Image size 14 inches x 9.5 inches (36cm x 24cm). Price £95.00
Reinert Presentation Edition of 5 Artists Proofs, supplied double matted. Image size 14 inches x 9.5 inches (36cm x 24cm). Price £280.00 Features the mounted original signature of Hauptmann Ernst Wilhelm Reinert.
Hartmann Presentation Edition of 5 Artist Proofs, supplied double matted. Image size 14 inches x 9.5 inches (36cm x 24cm). Price £320.00 Features the mounted original signature of Oberst Erich Hartmann.
Rudorffer Presentation Edition of 1 Publishers Proof, supplied double matted. Image size 14 inches x 9.5 inches (36cm x 24cm). Price £250.00 Features the mounted original signature of Major Erich Rudorffer. ITEM CODE DHM2707 |
| First of the Jets by Nicolas Trudgian.
Artist Signed edition of 2000 prints. Special Promotion : This print is 30% off for a limited time only! Paper size 12 inches x 9.5 inches (31cm x 24cm). Price £28.56
Limited edition of 100 artist proofs. Paper size 12 inches x 9.5 inches (31cm x 24cm). Price £55.00
Limited edition of 50 publishers proofs. Paper size 12 inches x 9.5 inches (31cm x 24cm). Price £55.00 ITEM CODE DHM2706 |
| Clash Over Remagen by Nicolas Trudgian. When the American Army reached the Rhine at Remagen on March 7, 1945, such was the speed of their advance, they arrived before the retreating Germans had time to blow the vital bridge. The Americans seized the bridge intact. Realising the threat to the German defences, the Luftwaffe were ordered into destroy the bridge at all costs. Desperate efforts were made to attack the bridge, and over the course of the following days the fighting became one of the legendary battles of the war. Two RAF Tempests have flown right through the Luftwaffe formation of Me262 and Arado 234 jets bombers, the high speed aircraft missing each other by feet. The concentration of the desperate attackers is broken momentarily, sufficiently so that their bombs miss the target - but more Luftwaffe aircraft can be seen streaming into attack Limited edition of 600 prints. Paper size 35 inches x 24 inches (89cm x 61cm). Price £160.00 Signed by Hauptmann Georg Csurusky, Oberfeldwebel Rony Lauer and Oberfeldwebel Hermann Wieczorek, in addition to the artist.
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 35 inches x 24 inches (89cm x 61cm). Price £220.00 Signed by Hauptmann Georg Csurusky, Oberfeldwebel Rony Lauer and Oberfeldwebel Hermann Wieczorek, in addition to the artist.
Limited edition of publishers proofs. Image size 35 inches x 24 inches (89cm x 61cm). Price £200.00 Signed by Hauptmann Georg Csurusky, Oberfeldwebel Rony Lauer and Oberfeldwebel Hermann Wieczorek, in addition to the artist. ITEM CODE DHM2109 |
| Alpine Thunder by Nicolas Trudgian. By late April 1945 most of the Third Reich had been cut to shreds by the advancing Allied forces and those units remaining intact were regrouping in southern Germany and Austria. With American advance units nearing the outskirts of Munich, on 28th April Adolf Galland took the decision to evacuate his precious jets to Salzburg, deep in the mountains. Bad weather prevented their departure until the following morning and they only just managed to escape under the noses of the encircling Americans. Galland had hoped to battle on with JV44 but the unsuitable mountain airfields prevented the famous fighter wing from doing much to delay the inevitable. So the beautiful Alpine meadows became the final resting place for what was potentially the most formidable fighter unit of the war. In just a few days the jets were left abandoned. Their short, exhilarating war, consigned to history. Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Paper size 33 inches x 23 inches (84cm x 58cm). Price £155.00 Signed by Oberleutnant Walter Schuck, Oberst Herman Buchner and Major Werner Roell, in addition to the artist.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Paper size 33 inches x 23 inches (84cm x 58cm). Price £245.00 Signed by Oberleutnant Walter Schuck, Oberst Herman Buchner and Major Werner Roell, in addition to the artist.
Limited edition of 25 publishers proofs. Paper size 33 inches x 23 inches (84cm x 58cm). Price £235.00 Signed by Oberleutnant Walter Schuck, Oberst Herman Buchner and Major Werner Roell, in addition to the artist.
Nicolas Trudgian Promotional Flyer. A4 Size Double Sheet 11.5 inches x 8 inches (30m x 21cm) . Price £1.50 ITEM CODE DHM2600 |
| Victory Over the Rhine by Nicolas Trudgian. Of the many famous combat aircraft to serve their respective countries in the Second World War, two perhaps more than any others, created huge impact and consternation upon seasoned opposing pilots when they first appeared on the battlefront - the Supermarine Spitfire and the Messerschmitt Me262. Both in their day represented enormous advances in aircraft design and power, and both have continued to capture the imagination of aviation enthusiasts ever since. As the war progressed the Spitfire continually upgraded its performance and by the time the Luftwaffes new Me262 turbo-jet arrived on the scene the sleek new Mk XIV, powered by the awesome Griffon engine, was among the fastest piston-engine fighters of the war. The stage was set for a clash between the most powerful piston-engine fighter and the worlds first turbojet, and it was not long before the pilots of these two most advanced combat aircraft met in the hostile skies over western Europe. Ill-advisedly employed by Hitler as the wonder-bomber, the Me262 was initially issued to Bomber Units, one of which being KG51. Tasked with undertaking lightning fast raids upon advancing Allied ground forces, the shark-like jets employed their spectacular speed advantage to surprise, strike and escape. Not to be outdone, the RAF responded with their supremely fast Spitfire XIVs which had already proven themselves highly effective against Germanys V1 flying bombs. In his painting, Nick Trudgian recreates a typical moment: Spitfire Mk XIVs of 41 Squadron have intercepted and damaged a Me262 of KG51 and, with smoke and debris pouring from its damaged Jumo 004 Turbojet, the stricken Luftwaffe jet will be lucky to make it home. A dramatic painting and a fine tribute to the RAFs contribution to the Victory in Europe. Anniverssary Edition : Signed limited edition of 350 prints. Print paper size 35.5 inches x 27 inches (90cm x 69cm). Price £160.00 Signatories: Sqn Ldr Hugh Parry; Wg Cdr J Elkington; Sqn Ldr Norman Scrivener; Flt Lt James Kyle DFM; Flt Lt Bertie Boulter DFC.
Signed limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Print paper size 35.5 inches x 27 inches (90cm x 69cm). Price £220.00 Signatories: Sqn Ldr Hugh Parry; Wg Cdr J Elkington; Sqn Ldr Norman Scrivener; Flt Lt James Kyle DFM; Flt Lt Bertie Boulter DFC; Sqn Ldr Bam Bamberger; Flt Lt Peter Graham.
Commemorative Proof Edition : Signed limited edition of 150 prints. Print paper size 35.5 inches x 27 inches (90cm x 69cm). Price £150.00 Signatories: Sqn Ldr Hugh Parry; Wg Cdr J Elkington; Sqn Ldr Norman Scrivener; Flt Lt James Kyle DFM; Flt Lt Bertie Boulter DFC; Sqn Ldr Bam Bamberger; Flt Lt Peter Graham.
Commemorative Proof Edition : Limited edition of artist proofs. Print paper size 35.5 inches x 27 inches (90cm x 69cm). Price £250.00 Signatories: Sqn Ldr Hugh Parry; Wg Cdr J Elkington; Sqn Ldr Norman Scrivener; Flt Lt James Kyle DFM; Flt Lt Bertie Boulter DFC; Sqn Ldr Bam Bamberger; Flt Lt Peter Graham.
Nicolas Trudgian Promotional Flyer. A4 Size Double Sheet 11.5 inches x 8 inches (30m x 21cm) . Price £1.50 ITEM CODE DHM2585 |
| End Game by Nicolas Trudgian. For bomber crews, any daylight-bombing mission almost certainly meant combat. If it werent the attentions of determined Luftwaffe fighter pilots, it would be an aerial carpet of flak that welcomed the bombers en route to the target - and again on the journey home. On most missions the Eighth Air Force aircrews had to contend with both. Enduring up to ten hours of concentrated flying under cramped conditions, extreme cold, with the constant noise and vibration produced by four powerful engines, made every mission uncomfortable enough without being shot at. But the USAAF aircrews confronted the odds - a one in three chance of completing a 25-mission tour of operations - cheerfully and with gallant resolve. Playing a major role in the great raids on Germany and other targets in occupied Europe from early in 1944, equipped with the Consolidated B-24 Liberator, the USAAF Second Air Division flew no fewer than 95,048 sorties. Based in Norfolk, England, the crews also attacked targets far distant in Norway, Poland and Rumania, unloading almost 100,000 tons of bombs and claiming over 1000 enemy fighters shot down. Signed limited edition of 600 prints. Image size 28 inches x 16 inches (71cm x 41cm). Price £150.00 Signed by S/Sgt Vernon R Swain, Captain George E Hammond, T/Sgt Perry Morse, Lt Col James P Dyke, Colonel Charles H Booth, Lt Col Robert Dubowsky, S/Sgt C W Will Lundy, Captain Everett R Jones, Captain J Richard Butler and Lt Col Elmo W Geppelt, in addition to the artist.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Image size 28 inches x 16 inches (71cm x 41cm). Price £200.00 Signed by S/Sgt Vernon R Swain, Captain George E Hammond, T/Sgt Perry Morse, Lt Col James P Dyke, Colonel Charles H Booth, Lt Col Robert Dubowsky, S/Sgt C W Will Lundy, Captain Everett R Jones, Captain J Richard Butler and Lt Col Elmo W Geppelt, in addition to the artist.
Limited edition of 25 remarques. Image size 28 inches x 16 inches (71cm x 41cm). Price £325.00 Signed by S/Sgt Vernon R Swain, Captain George E Hammond, T/Sgt Perry Morse, Lt Col James P Dyke, Colonel Charles H Booth, Lt Col Robert Dubowsky, S/Sgt C W Will Lundy, Captain Everett R Jones, Captain J Richard Butler and Lt Col Elmo W Geppelt, in addition to the artist.
Limited edition of 75 publishers proofs. Image size 28 inches x 16 inches (71cm x 41cm). Price £180.00 Signed by S/Sgt Vernon R Swain, Captain George E Hammond, T/Sgt Perry Morse, Lt Col James P Dyke, Colonel Charles H Booth, Lt Col Robert Dubowsky, S/Sgt C W Will Lundy, Captain Everett R Jones, Captain J Richard Butler and Lt Col Elmo W Geppelt, in addition to the artist. ITEM CODE DHM2261 |
| Return of the Hunters by Nicolas Trudgian. Messerschmitt Me262s of JG7 race back to their base at Brandenburg after intercepting a USAAF bomber raid on Munich, and Luftwaffe air bases in the area. Below them a B-26 has crash-landed in the fields still covered with a sprinkling of late winter snow. In the distance the afternoon sun glistens on the Bavarian Alpine mountains. Signed limited edition of 1250 prints. Paper size 33 inches x 24 inches (83cm x 61cm). Price £330.00 Signed by General Adolf Galland, Major Erich Rudorffer and Leutnant Fritz Tegtmeier.
Limited edition of 100 publishers proofs. Paper size 33 inches x 24 inches (83cm x 61cm). Price £380.00 Signed by General Adolf Galland, Major Erich Rudorffer and Leutnant Fritz Tegtmeier. ITEM CODE DHM2662 |
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