The Bone - B-1A Lancer Aviation Art

"The Bone" by Artist Craig Tinder

This Fine Art Print by Artist Craig Tinder illustrates the initial test program of the supersonic B-1 (B-One) bomber. This Limited Edition Canvas Print includes an actual fragment of one of the four B-1A prototypes where it settled near the Air Force Flight Test Center in 1984. 

Choose from 4 Different Types of Prints:

• A) Canvas WITH RELIC - 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm) - ONLY 20 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 15 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

Canvas WITH RELIC (Option A):

Medium 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm) gallery-wrapped canvas print (unframed) comes ready-to-hang and includes an embedded fragment from the second B-1A prototype, 74-0159 mounted on a beautifully engraved metallic data plate which outlines the details of the print and relic for all viewers to study. 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.

*Prefer a solid wood frame with your 18" x 12" Canvas with Relic? You can now add one and save ($80 value)!

Framed Canvas WITH RELIC (Option B):

Large 30" x 20" (76.2 cm x 45.7 cm) gallery-wrapped canvas print comes ready-to-hang with a solid, 2" Black stained wood frame and includes an embedded fragment from the second B-1A prototype, 74-0159 mounted on a beautifully engraved metallic data plate which outlines the details of the print and relic for all viewers to study. 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.

Each Limited Edition Framed Canvas Print is signed and hand-crafted by Artist Craig Tinder using the highest quality materials and archival techniques. Each piece of artwork is created on-demand and typically takes 1-2 weeks for delivery.  

Details About the RELIC:

This original fragment is from the second prototype B-1A Lancer, 74-0159. On 29 August 1984, 74-0159 was conducting flight testing at the Air Force Flight Test Center at Edwards Air Force Base when an aft center of gravity situation developed and pitched the nose up. The aircraft became uncontrollable and resulted in a crash 22 miles NE of the base. The crew ejected with the test pilot receiving fatal injuries due to a parachute malfunction. These items have never been in collector's circulation and were sourced directly on site. From the G. Frazier collection.

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.

The Story Behind the Print:

Designed to replace the aging B-52 and B-58 bomber fleets, the B-1A Lancer was designed to accommodate a similar weapons payload, take off on shorter runways to allow more base flexibility and fly at supersonic speeds (up to Mach 2.2). Due to the high cost and political opposition, the original quota of 244 B-1As was canceled in 1977 by President Carter with only the four prototypes to continue limited testing. In 1981, President Reagan resurrected the program with modifications such as a slower top speed of Mach 1.2, but faster low-altitude performance. By 1988, 100 B-1Bs had been delivered to the United States Air Force. 

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