Over the Beaches by Robert Taylor, Signed Limited Edition Aviation Print

This is a professionally framed, limited edition aviation art print titled 'Over the Beaches' (alternatively known as 'Johnny Johnson Leading 144 Canadian Wing over the Normandy Beaches, 6 June 1944') by renowned aviation artist Robert Taylor. The artwork depicts Supermarine Spitfire Mk IXs carrying full D-Day 'invasion stripes' flying over the smoke-filled coastline of Normandy during the Allied landings. The print features several original pencil signatures on the lower white border, most notably by the artist Robert Taylor (lower left) and Air Vice-Marshal J.E. 'Johnny' Johnson (lower right), who was the highest-scoring RAF ace to survive the war. The piece is housed in a substantial dark wood frame with a double-matted finish featuring a red inner accent and a beige outer mat. Three decorative Eyelet/button-like accents are visible along the top of the inner matting. The print quality appears high, characteristic of Taylor's work with the Military Gallery. Condition-wise, the print shows no immediate signs of fading or foxing, though there is a prominent reflection on the glass surface in the photograph. The framing displays expert craftsmanship with clean mitre joints and secure mounting. This piece represents a significant piece of historical aviation memorabilia, likely produced in the late 20th century to commemorate the 50th or 60th anniversary of D-Day.