A rare Robert Taylor Limited Edition book signed by the artist.

This second volume of Robert Taylor's aviation paintings is packed with classic images, the limited edition prints of which are highly prized by collectors, with virtually all of them commanding high secondary market premiums. The first 20 pages contain a narrative about Robert Taylor by friend Charles Walker, mostly concentrating on areas such as particular commissions, Robert's approach to painting, his personality and philosophy, and his relationship with the many famous aviators that he came to know.

The remainder of the book focuses on 24 of Robert Taylor's aviation paintings. Each painting is described by the artist and supplemented with plenty of pencil sketches and anecdotes. As usual with publications by David and Charles the presentation is superb throughout. Foreword is by Group Captain Peter Townsend, CVO, DSO, DFC. The paintings section is introduced by Colonel Don Lopez.

It is presented in a high quality blue cloth slip case with the artist’s signature gold blocked on the front cover. The book is signed and numbered inside by the artist.

Authors: Charles Walker and Robert Taylor.

Colour plates: 39    Pages: 128    ISBN: 0-7153-9889-X

Condition: This is a limited edition version of the book that was originally issued with the print Defence of the Realm - however the two have become separated at some point so we just have the book. This is a rare opportunity to get a special copy of this book that has been signed by the artist and is presented in a high quality blue cloth slipcase. The book and dust jacket are in perfect condition - the book has clearly never been read. The blue cloth slipcase is excellent with just a small blemish on the spine. The original Certificate of Authenticity is also included, itself also in perfect condition. It is an edition of 1250, it is signed and numbered by the artist.