Moonlit Nemesis - PBY-5A Catalina Canvas with PBY Relic
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Moonlit Nemesis - PBY-5A Catalina Canvas with PBY Relic
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Description
About the Relic & Process
This fine art print, commissioned by the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach, VA, features relic material from their airworthy PBY-5A Catalina, a historic aircraft that served a vital role during World War II. The specific aircraft, BuNo. 48294, originally flew with Patrol Squadron 92 (VP-92) in 1943, patrolling the vast waters of the Atlantic Theater. Based in locations such as Morocco and the Caribbean, this aircraft was primarily tasked with the critical mission of hunting German U-boats, which posed a serious threat to Allied shipping.
PBY-5A Catalina control surface fabric - notice the 3 color shades (L-R): Sea Blue, Intermediate Blue, Insignia White
After its military service in the war, the PBY-5A Catalina continued its career with the U.S. Coast Guard, showcasing the versatility of this amphibious aircraft. Its duties took it from the icy coasts of Alaska to the far-reaching waters of South Africa, further demonstrating its global operational reach. The PBY-5A became synonymous with maritime patrol, search and rescue, and anti-submarine warfare, cementing its legacy as one of the most versatile and enduring aircraft of the 20th century.
PBY-5A Catalina 48294 at the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach, VA
In 2023, during routine maintenance, all of the control surface fabric was replaced. This fabric relic, now part of this unique print, serves as a physical link to the countless missions and adventures this PBY-5A Catalina has undertaken. From protecting convoys in the perilous waters of the Atlantic to serving humanitarian and search operations in the years that followed, this aircraft stands as a testament to its important contribution during WWII.
Artist, Craig Tinder, holding fabric remnants from PBY-5A Catalina 48294 that's included as a relic in "Moonlit Nemesis
Print Size Details
Choose from 4 Different Types of Prints:
A) Canvas WITH RELIC - 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm) - ONLY 30 Prints
*Add a Wood Frame to the 18" x 12" Canvas WITH RELIC ($80 value!)
B) Framed Canvas WITH RELIC - 30" x 20" (76.2 cm x 45.7 cm) - ONLY 20 Prints
C) Paper Print - 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm) - Relic Not Included
D) Paper Print - 24" x 16" (60.9 cm x 40.6 cm) - Relic Not Included
Each canvas art print is ready-to-hang and those ordered with frames include a solid, 2" thick, black-stained wood frame. As an added touch, each canvas art piece is hand-signed by artist Craig Tinder and includes a metallic, Certificate of Authenticity for added provenance and collectibility.
Fine Art Paper Print (Options C & D) - Relic Not Included:
Each Fine Art Print is printed on archival presentation-quality, 260 GSM / 10 Mil, photographic paper created using the highest quality inks and archival techniques. Photographs do not do this paper substrate justice as it practically "glows" on the wall. Note: Relic is not included with Fine Art Paper Prints.
This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!
Disclaimer
By purchasing from Aces In Action, you acknowledge that the product may vary slightly from the images on our website. We use authentic materials from military vehicles and relics, which may contain potentially hazardous substances. These items are not intended for ingestion, inhalation, or use by children. Aces In Action is an independent company, unaffiliated with or endorsed by any other organizations. All names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only, in accordance with the Lanham Act. Their use does not imply any official endorsement.