"Black Travancore II Spitfire" - Art Print by Craig Tinder
Black Travancore II Spitfire Aviation Art Print - Profile-Art Print-Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder
Black Travancore II Spitfire Aviation Art Print - Profile-Art Print-Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder
Maximum Presentation Quality Paper
"Black Travancore II Spitfire" - Art Print by Craig Tinder
Black Travancore II Spitfire Aviation Art Print - Profile-Art Print-Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder
Black Travancore II Spitfire Aviation Art Print - Profile-Art Print-Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder
Maximum Presentation Quality Paper

Black Travancore II Spitfire Aviation Art Print - Profile


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Black Travancore II Spitfire 

This Side-View Profile Fine Art Print illustrated by Artist Craig Tinder is printed on a heavy, luster substrate and is fade-resistant with an astonishingly high resolution to bring out rivet-level details. 

Choose from 4 Different Paper Sizes and 2 Background Styles:

  • A) Paper Print - 12" x 8" (30.5 cm x 20.3 cm)
  • B) Paper Print - 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm)
  • C) Paper Print - 24" x 16" (60.9 cm x 40.6 cm)
  • D) Paper Print - 30" x 20" (76 cm x 50.8 cm)

  • White Background (classy, vibrant touch)
  • Map Background (ghosted over a vintage WWII map)

About the Paper Prints:
Each Limited Edition 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.

Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. These prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.

The Story Behind the Print:
Sgt. Peter Durnford became a handful of RAF pilots to take part in night interception duties in late 1941/early 1942. Painted completely black and omitting serial numbers and wing roundrels, black Spitfire Mk Vs of No. III Squadron, were tasked with the complex mission of seek and destroy missions at night. Using an array of search light techniques, reckoning, and radar communication, pilots hunted for key targets in the dead of night. Unfortunately, the "Smack" technique of intercepting night fighters proved to be terribly challenging.

Peter Durnford's Spitfire Mk VB JU-H "Travancore II" was temporarily painted black for these missions. However, Travancore II would not see action at night, but instead during the day. On February 12, 1942 Peter Durnford and elements of No. III Squadron were alerted to the presence of the German cruiser Prinz Eugen and cruiser Scharnhorst and Gneisenau in the English Channel. Peter Durnford claimed a Messerschmitt bf-109 during this mission and would eventually claim a total of 5 confirmed air-to-air victories. "Travancore II" would eventually be repainted back to its original configuration.

This item is printed on demand and typically requires 2-3 days for printing prior to shipment.

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★★★★★

"Dear Craig, I have received a copy of your magnificent print of a F4U in U.S.S. Bunker Hill (CV-17) colors. It is truly marvelous and will soon find a place in my WAR ROOM in my home!! Best wishes to you and yours and I do hope that I can meet with you soon. ~ Semper Fi,"

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Col. James E. Swett - Medal of Honor Recipient & WW2 Ace - VMF-221 1920-2009Author name
★★★★★

"I just wanted to thank you again for the INCREDIBLE work you did.

Many, many tears were shed Christmas morning when my dad and uncles opened the canvas prints and the plaques. They were absolutely blown away and said it was the best gift they have ever received.

I can’t thank you enough for giving my family a piece of our history and giving us a piece of my Pops back. I truly have no words, but rather a heart full of gratitude. 

Thank you so much again!"

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Maria D.

Palm Beach, FL

★★★★★

"I collect a fair amount of military artwork rendered in all types of mediums, and so I also end up seeing a wide range of quality as well. Much of what is out there is rather mediocre. But every once in a while, as in your case, a true gem of an artist comes along. In my personal experience, both as a collector of military-themed artwork, and as a long-time student of much of the technology of warfare, your aircraft prints are among the very best I have had the good fortune to acquire. Above all, they are simply fascinating and enjoyable to just look at."

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John O.

Las Vegas, NV

★★★★★


"The custom plaques arrived yesterday, not only was the process much faster then I thought it would be, but the plaques look absolutely great! I really love them and I'm sure the rest of my siblings will love them too. Thanks for doing such great work, the plaques will be cherished and appreciated for many years to come.On a slightly different note, I ordered a print of my dad's plane, it should arrive tomorrow, I look forward to seeing it too and am sure it will be every bit as fantastic as the plaques are,

I plan to check out more of your work, maybe there will be other prints I will want as well.

Thanks again for all you have done and continue to do.

Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder
Tim L.

Concord, CA

★★★★★

I have just received the print of the A6M Zero and I just had to write to tell you how impressed I am with it. I have, of course, left good feedback for you but the space for writing a feedback comment isn't big enough to say everything I want to say. I really was stunned by the quality of both the artwork and the printing. I feel as if I can run my fingers over the undulations on the aircraft's panels - the whole thing is so three-dimensional. The print quality is second to none and even the paper seems to glow! There aren't many times in life when you buy something for a very modest amount of money and then find yourself speechless with admiration when it arrives but this is one of those times. Although I am mainly a Zero enthusiast I strongly suspect I am soon to become very interested in your other subjects purely because of the quality.

Terry S.

St. Helens, U.K.

★★★★★

"First,, you are a wonderful artist...
I purchased fifteen prints and it took a long time to find the right frames for them,,,,but now all 15 are hanging my house. They have always been something I have shown to friends..The detail is just incredible..
All of my prints are signed and I thank you for that...I love them all,,the 109,,190..F-4U., and the P-51
They are all beautiful....THANK YOU!!!!!"

Tim B.

New York, NY

★★★★★

"I purchased several amazing prints from you at Warbirds Over the Beach this past weekend, and I wanted to make good on my promise to send you a picture of them once I got them displayed in my home!  I'm very, very happy with them and honestly can't stop looking at them!  I posted this and several other pictures to my Facebook page and gave your studio a tag, and several of my friends have already remarked on how much they like them as well! Thank you again for the opportunity to own and appreciate such unique works of art!"

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John L.

Virginia Beach, VA

★★★★★

"I recently purchased an original painting from Mr. Tinder to go in my living room, and, I have to say, the gradations and variations he plays with in his abstract art couldn't match my home better! The opposing colors--tones of red on the one side, tones of green on the other--and their gradual shifts in color that meet in the middle on the middle of the canvas suggest a certain harmony and, paradoxically, diversity. It's a great piece, and I'm proud to have it hanging in my home!"

Doug and Sara O.

Wichita, KS

★★★★★

"As a lifelong WWII aviation enthusiast, I can tell you Craig Tinder's work is outstanding! I am very familiar with the aircraft, paint schemes, & aces of the time. Craig's attention to detail & accuracy is fantastic. The prints are beautiful with rich colors & subtle detail that almost jumps out at you from the paper. These prints will make a great addition to any home or office collection, as well as a great gift! I highly recommend them."

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Keith R.

Titusville, FL

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