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Product Identifiers
PublisherSchiffer Publishing, The Limited
ISBN-100764329642
ISBN-139780764329647
eBay Product ID (ePID)66205094
Product Key Features
Book TitleBox Top Air Power : the Aviation Art of Model Airplane Boxes
Number of Pages176 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2008
TopicAviation / History, Subjects & Themes / General
IllustratorYes
GenreArt, Transportation
AuthorThomas Graham
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight35.3 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Number of Volumes1 vol.
SynopsisShowcasing some of the most recognized and dynamic examples of aviation art ever produced, the paintings here appeared on model airplane kit boxes. Generations of hobbyists have enjoyed these colorful and inspiring paintings that graced model packaging in hobby shops. More than 170 of the most memorable examples are displayed in full color. They chronicle aviation history from the Wright Brothers' Kitty Hawk Flier to the Apollo Lunar Module, including many of the best-known aircraft in aviation history. Among the many artists whose works are portrayed are Tom Morgan, John Steel, Jack Leynnwood, Lorenzo Ghiglieri, Jim Cox, John Amendola, Ray Gaedke, Jo Kotula, and Dick Locher. In the well-researched text, these artists tell personal stories behind their art in their own words. This book will be treasured by aviation enthusiasts, model builders, and everyone who has fond memories of their model building days.
LC Classification NumberND1460.A37G73 2008
