Battle of Malta 1940-1942

Original Paintings from Osprey Battle of Malta

These are original paintings by Graham Turner, painted in gouache on watercolour board for the Osprey book 'Battle of Malta 1940-1942'. They are unique pieces of hand-painted artwork by this well known historical artist - CLICK HERE for more information about how to purchase one of these paintings, or to arrange to visit us to view the originals.

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Attack on Grand Harbour - Painting by Graham Turner from Osprey book Battle of Malta 1940-42

Dive-bombing attack on Grand Harbour Ref: GT-381A

A Ju 87 Stuka can be seen over Senglea during an attack following the arrival of a convoy in Grand Harbour on 23rd March 1941.

Gouache painting by Graham Turner - image size 19"x 13" (48 x 33cm)

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Price: £650.00

Anti-aircraft gun - Painting by Graham Turner from Osprey book Battle of Malta 1940-42

XHB 8 Ref: GT-381B

The crew of a 3.7in anti-aircraft gun prepare shells during an alert. Their position - known as XHB 8 - on the coast just south-east of Hal Far airfield, was one of the most heavily bombed sites on Malta.

Gouache painting by Graham Turner - image size 19"x 13" (48 x 33cm)

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Price: £750.00

Macchi C.202 - Painting by Graham Turner from Osprey book Battle of Malta 1940-42

Macchi C.202 shot down at Gozo Ref: GT-381C

On 27th July 1942, Macchi C.202 of 378 Squadriglia C.T. was shot down by Canadian Sergeant George 'Screwball' Beurling of 249 Squadron, and its pilot, Sergente Maggiore Faliero Gelli, captured.

Gouache painting by Graham Turner - image size 19"x 13" (48 x 33cm)

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Price: £750.00

Purchasing an Original Painting

Graham Turner's Original Paintings are offered for sale by the artist himself, so if you are interested in purchasing an original painting, please email Graham Turner at graham@studio88.co.uk to discuss the purchase.

The cost of shipping original paintings varies, depending on their size, value and destination. Our usual shipping rates do not apply, but we would be happy to provide a quote for shipping to your address if required.

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Artist signed Osprey book, Campaign 381, Battle of Malta

Battle of Malta Ref: CAM381
June 1940-November 1942

by Anthony Rogers

Includes three paintings by Graham Turner

Books bought from Studio 88 are individually hand-signed by artist Graham Turner

From the publisher's website:
A detailed, illustrated exploration of the land, sea and air units that defended Malta, and the repeated Axis attempts to bring the crucial Allied island fortress to its knees.

On 11 June 1940, the British crown colony of Malta - which dominated the central Mediterranean and all-important sea routes to and from North Africa - was bombed for the first time by aircraft of the Italian Regia Aeronautica. The Italians were joined in their efforts by the German Luftwaffe in January 1941. Malta was effectively beleaguered for nearly two and a half years, dependent for survival on naval supply convoys and reliant for defence on often-outnumbered fighter aircraft and anti-aircraft guns.

Anthony Rogers provides a retelling of these events, drawing on accounts from both sides. This work features carefully selected photographic images, some previously unpublished. Seven specially commissioned colour maps explore the strategic situation in the Mediterranean in this period, the military sectors into which Malta's defence was divided, and German minelaying operations around the island.

The three stunning battle scene artworks and 3D bird's-eye views show key events from the battle, including the 26 July 1941 German attack on the Grand Harbour, and the major Luftwaffe raid 21 March 1942.

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Paperback
248 x 184mm
96 pages
Published August 2022

Price: £15.99

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Detail from a painting by Graham Turner from Osprey book Battle of Malta 1940-42

Graham Turner also painted three other paintings for the Osprey Air Campaign book 'Malta 1940-42'. CLICK HERE for full details of these original paintings.