{"title":"John Shaw Aviation Art","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0\"\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of fine military art by celebrated artist \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003eJohn Shaw\u003c\/b\u003e. Renowned for his vivid storytelling, emotional depth, and meticulous historical accuracy, Shaw’s paintings immortalize the heroic acts of military aviators and aircrews across modern history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1\"\u003eEvery piece offered in this collection has been professionally stored flat in Safco flat files and held individually in protective Mylar sleeves to preserve pristine condition. Each print comes with an official \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1\" data-index-in-node=\"211\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity (COA)\u003c\/b\u003e and relevant documentation to ensure total collector confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2\"\u003eExplore our selection of rare, signed limited editions capturing legendary Pacific and European theater missions, historic WWII aircraft, and veteran signatures. Enjoy secure, fully insured worldwide shipping on all orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"based-on-a-higher-call-prey-for-mercy-by-john-shaw-publishers-proof-set-16-50","title":"Prey for Mercy based on a Higher Call by John Shaw, Publishers Proof set","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrey for Mercy portrays an event in December 1943, now made famous by the book \"A Higher Call\"  The stricken B-17 \"Ye Olde Pub\" piloted by Charles L. Brown and crew nearly met disaster after bombing Bremen, Germany. Catching the badly flak damaged B-17 out of a dive, Brown had no way of knowing he had leveled out above a fighter base at which Luftwaffe ace Franz Stigler’s Bf-109 had just been refueled \u0026amp; armed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs the American bomber passed overhead, Stigler watched in anticipation as this easy prey would be not only be the 2nd B-17 he could claim that day, but add another ‘kill’ on his way to earning the coveted Knight’s Cross. After taking off in pursuit and catching \"Ye Old Pub\" Stigler saw the shock and trepidation of the helpless B-17 crew.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConscience and honor over road his military duty, at the risk of his own execution, he escorted the wounded plane to the coast and on to safe passage back to England, saluting Brown and his astonished crew. Half a century later the 2 pilots would meet, and the former enemies would develop a friendship so close that Stigler would come to consider Brown to be as the brother he’d lost in the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a rare Publishers proof with all the original items issued with this edition as listed below. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFranz Stigler autograph in display mount of Stigler's Bf-109 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom embroidered JG-27 Dancing Bear Luftwaffe Squadron badge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini portrait of Frank Stigler by John Shaw for framing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA large 20\" wide companion print \"Long First Mission\" depicting the badly damaged \"Ye Old Pub\" on its return to England. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA full-sized portrait of Franz Stigler from which the mini one to mount was derived. This full-size portrait contains a lot of narrative on Frank Stigler's life and background. Authenticated by a letter from John Shaw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrint Specifications \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e John Shaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Publisher \/ Artist Proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes verified original Certificate of Authenticity (COA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreservation \u0026amp; Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stored flat in protective Mylar sleeves inside archival Safco flat files; ships fully insured worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Collectors Aviation Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40074125541567,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0032\/7267\/1267\/files\/IMG_2937_2.jpg?v=1687469116"}],"url":"https:\/\/collectorsaviationart.com\/collections\/john-shaw-aviation-art.oembed","provider":"Collectors Aviation Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}