‘If
ever an artist could make an aircraft come to life and fly
on canvas, Robert Taylor can’.
The late Marshal of the Royal Air Force,
Sir Arthur ‘Bomber’ Harris, BT. GCB, OBE,AFC,LLD,
Commander-in-Chief, R.A.F. Bomber Command 1942-45
‘As a fighter pilot who flew the types
of aircraft that Robert Taylor paints so brilliantly, I marvel
at his ability. He paints more than just aircraft; he paints
with spectacular reality the whole vista of the sky that is
the world of the fighter pilot. He ranks with the best.’
Air Vice Marshal J.E. ‘Johnnie’
Johnson, CB,CBE,DSO,DFC, Top scoring Allied fighter pilot
of the Second World War.
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This is the
first book to be produced featuring a comprehensive selection
of Taylor’s work and it is thus a publication of great
significance. The book features in-depth visual and verbal
studies of many of Robert’s most outstanding early paintings,
along with a wealth of pencil sketches and photographs. Those
already familiar with his work will be intrigued to discover
for the first time the secrets of his techniques, and all
aviation buffs will delight in the behind-the-scenes stories
of life with the ‘Aces.’ |
