Oil Painting Naval Ship Legends in Formation HMS Edinburgh & USS Missouri Gulf War 1991

🌊⚓ NAVAL LEGENDS IN FORMATION – HMS Edinburgh & USS Missouri, Gulf War 1991

Operation Desert Storm, 1991 — Original Oil Painting by George Heiron

🏞️ Subject & Medium – Historic Naval Power Captured in Oil
Step into the heart of the Gulf War’s naval theatre with this powerful oil on canvas by celebrated British artist George Heiron. Depicting the formidable HMS Edinburgh and the iconic USS Missouri advancing through the Persian Gulf, this piece is a stirring tribute to coalition might during Operation Desert Storm.
Title: “USS Missouri with HMS Edinburgh at Full Steam – First Gulf War”
Date: Circa 1991

⚓ Historical Significance

🇺🇸 USS Missouri (BB-63)

• Decorated WWII and Korean War veteran

• Reactivated for the Gulf War

• Launched Tomahawk missiles in support of coalition forces

• Withstood a Silkworm missile threat—neutralized by HMS Gloucester

• Final active mission before becoming a museum ship at Pearl Harbor

🇬🇧 HMS Edinburgh (D97)

• Final and largest of the Type 42 destroyers

• Known as the “Fortress of the Sea”

• Outfitted with radar upgrades and Phalanx CIWS

• Served a key air defense role in Desert Storm

🎨 Composition & Technique

• Style: Realist military marine painting with bold, cinematic brushwork

• Viewpoint: Side-profile formation — HMS Edinburgh leading, USS Missouri powering behind

• Mood: A stormy, intense seascape with smoke and motion reflecting the urgency of conflict

• Palette: Cool marine tones—moody blues, greys, and deep greens—to convey energy and atmosphere

🖼️ Framing & Dimensions

• Frame: Original wooden frame with elegant gold slip

• Frame Size: 46.5 cm (H) × 84.5 cm (W) × 3 cm (D)

✍️ Signed Original by George Heiron
Authentically signed in the lower corner, this work carries the distinct mark of George Heiron, affirming its originality and enhancing its value to collectors of military and marine art.

👨🎨 About the Artist – George Heiron (1929–2001)
Renowned for his evocative railway scenes, George Heiron also produced a select number of rare marine paintings. His Gulf War naval tributes are particularly sought-after, prized for their technical detail, accuracy, and limited availability.

📜 Provenance

• From a private collection

• Previously exhibited at Park View Gallery

• Sold via Shire Auction & Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD

• Includes a Certificate of Authenticity

🧾 Condition Report

• Canvas: Good overall; minor craquelure and light foxing present

• Frame: Light surface wear with minor scuffs and small touch-ups

• Display: Ready to hang and make a commanding statement

✅ Why Buy This Piece?

• ✅ Original Gulf War Artwork – Rare oil painting signed by George Heiron

• ✅ Historic Naval Composition – Featuring two legendary warships in action

• ✅ Cinematic Style – Strong atmosphere, motion, and wartime tension

• ✅ Highly Collectible – Naval works by Heiron are scarce and in demand

• ✅ Authentic & Framed – Includes original frame and certificate

• ✅ Trusted Provenance – Ex. Park View Gallery; respected UK auction history

• ✅ Display-Ready – Ideal for collectors of military, naval, or fine art

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