C-47 Skytrain - Over the Hump historical relic artwork by Craig Tinder
C-47 Skytrain - Over the Hump historical relic artwork by Craig Tinder
C-47 Skytrain - Over the Hump historical relic artwork by Craig Tinder
Over the Hump - C-47 Skytrain Aviation Art-Art Print-Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder
C-47 Skytrain - Over the Hump historical relic artwork by Craig Tinder
C-47 Skytrain - Over the Hump historical relic artwork by Craig Tinder
C-47 Skytrain - Over the Hump historical relic artwork by Craig Tinder

AUTHENTIC RELIC ARTWORK BY CRAIG TINDER

C-47 Skytrain - Over the Hump | INCLUDES: Cowl Flap Panel Piece

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Print Sizes: A) 18"x12" Canvas WITH RELIC

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Authentic historical relic · Signed & numbered by Craig Tinder · Certificate of Authenticity included
STORY BEHIND THE ARTWORK

"Over the Hump" by Artist Craig Tinder

Now available in two exclusive formats: a 30"x20" Hardwood Framed Canvas Edition - Limited to Only 20 and an 18"x12" Canvas (Framed or Unframed) - Limited to Only 30. Each art piece includes an AUTHENTIC RELIC, Certificate of Authenticity, and is hand-signed by the Artist. Quantities are extremely limited—Once They're Sold Out, They're Gone!

This Fine Art Print by Artist Craig Tinder depicts the early years depicts C-47 cargo aircraft flying a perilous mission through the Himalayan Mountains - known as "the hump."

The Story Behind the Print:

With Japan’s invasion of China in World War II, the Allies were cut off from their main supply routes to Chinese forces. The only way to continue the flow of essential supplies was by air, through a dangerous path known as "flying the Hump." This route crossed the eastern end of the Himalayan Mountains, a region notorious for its treacherous conditions, including severe turbulence, unpredictable weather, and towering mountain peaks. Allied pilots flew through thick clouds, strong winds, and some of the worst flying conditions in the world to keep China supplied in its struggle against the Japanese.

The aircraft most commonly used for these missions were cargo planes such as the C-47 Skytrain, C-46 Commando, and later the larger C-87 Liberator Express. These aircraft had to navigate narrow mountain passes and often carried loads far exceeding their designed capacity. Pilots faced additional hazards such as mechanical failures, lack of navigational aids, and the threat of Japanese fighter attacks. The severe weather caused many aircraft to crash into the mountains, leading to the route being dubbed the "Aluminum Trail" due to the large number of wreckages scattered across the landscape.

The Tenth Air Force, along with the Air Transport Command (ATC), played a critical role in flying the Hump. Between 1942 and 1945, these units transported over 650,000 tons of cargo, including food, fuel, ammunition, and medical supplies, into China to support the war effort. In recognition of this vital mission, the ATC was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation in 1944, becoming the first non-combat organization to receive this honor. The pilots and crew who flew the Hump overcame incredible odds, ensuring that China could continue its resistance against Japan, and their efforts remain one of the most challenging and heroic logistical feats of the war.

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Commissioned by Museums, Treasured by Collectors

This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!

ABOUT THE RELIC

This is an actual fragment of aluminum from the cowl flap of C-47 S/N 41-7723. This aircraft was built in February 1942 and served in WWII. The aircraft later served with the Minnesota Air National Guard and Davis Montham Air Force Base. Each fragment is cut from a larger cowl flap panel and still retains some paint, rivets, and grime.Artist, Craig Tinder, holding a piece of the aluminum cowl flap that is used as the relic included in the "Over the Hump" limited edition prints

Over the Hump - C-47 Skytrain Aviation Art-Art Print-Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig TinderDetail photo of the art print's dataplate and attached relic

MATERIAL & DISPLAY

HERITAGE ALLOY™

Heritage Alloy™ is the next generation of Aces In Action Relic Artwork. Made from a rigid aluminum composite material, its smooth surface delivers exceptional color, contrast, and fine detail with a luminous quality that is difficult to fully capture in photographs.

Each Heritage Alloy™ edition incorporates our exclusive Artifact Dock™, integrating the authentic historical relic, its provenance, and limited-edition identification directly into the artwork. Available Ready to Hang or finished in a solid-wood black frame.

GALLERY-WRAPPED CANVAS

Select Relic Artwork editions remain available on our traditional gallery-wrapped canvas while inventory lasts. Canvas provides a classic, textured fine-art presentation and is available Ready to Hang or finished in our traditional black floater frame.

AVAILABLE SIZES & FORMATS

  • 18" × 12" (45.7 × 30.5 cm) — Heritage Alloy™ or Gallery-Wrapped Canvas; Ready to Hang or Framed
  • 30" × 20" (76.2 × 50.8 cm) — Heritage Alloy™ or Gallery-Wrapped Canvas; Framed
  • 36" × 12" (91.4 × 30.5 cm) — Panoramic Heritage Alloy™ or Gallery-Wrapped Canvas; Framed on select artwork
  • Custom sizes are available upon request

READY TO HANG

Every Relic Artwork edition arrives ready for display. 18" × 12" Heritage Alloy™ Ready-to-Hang editions include an installed rear wall-mount bracket, while Gallery-Wrapped Canvas arrives ready to hang without an external frame. Framed editions include installed hanging hardware. No additional framing or mounting is required before display.

ABOUT CRAIG TINDER

ARTIST • HISTORIAN • RELIC CURATOR

Craig Tinder has spent more than two decades creating historically researched artwork that connects collectors with the people, machines, and events that shaped history. His work goes far beyond illustrating an aircraft, ship, or vehicle—the research and historical artifacts behind each piece are an integral part of the artwork.

Craig works with museums, aircraft and vehicle restoration organizations, veterans, historians, collectors, and other historical institutions around the world to locate and document authentic artifacts with meaningful connections to the subjects he depicts. He supplements this physical evidence with extensive research using museum collections, military records, historical photographs, archives, and other primary and secondary sources from around the world.

In his workshop, Craig carefully prepares and incorporates these genuine historical relics into his signed and numbered artwork, preserving their provenance while giving artifacts that might otherwise remain unseen a new way to tell their story.

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SHIPPING & CARE

SHIPPING

Each Relic Artwork edition is individually handcrafted and completed by Craig Tinder. From engraving and assembling the Artifact Dock to preparing the relic, framing the artwork when selected, and completing the final inspection and packaging, every piece is finished specifically for its collector. Please allow additional time for this hands-on process before your artwork ships.

Gift wrapping is available for Relic Artwork, making it ready for presentation upon arrival.

DISPLAY & CARE

All Relic Artwork arrives ready to display. Unframed 18" × 12" editions include a rear wall-mount bracket, while framed editions arrive with hanging hardware installed.

Premium Relic Artwork editions are designed for long-term display. Keep artwork away from prolonged direct sunlight, excessive moisture, and extreme temperature changes. Dust gently with a clean, soft, dry cloth and avoid household cleaners or abrasive materials on the artwork, frame, relic, or Artifact Dock.

THE RELIC ARTWORK EXPERIENCE

Authentic History

Each edition incorporates an authentic historical relic, presented on a custom laser-engraved Artifact Dock with details connecting the artifact to its history.

Handmade by Craig Tinder

Every Relic Artwork edition is assembled in Craig's studio, where it is signed, numbered, crafted, inspected, and prepared for its collector.

Made for Collectors

From the Certificate of Authenticity to the finished presentation, each detail is designed to create a collectible that preserves a tangible connection to history.