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Magnificent British Oil Painting – Concorde ✈️ “The Historic Last Commercial Flight” New York to London 🗽➡️🇬🇧, Signed by G. Wiltshire-Smith, Aviation Masterwork 🔥
Subject & Medium:
This stunning original oil painting on board captures one of aviation’s most significant events: the final commercial flight of the Concorde (G-BOAG) from New York JFK to London Heathrow on October 24, 2003, commanded by the legendary Captain Mike Bannister.
The Historic Flight:
Concorde’s last commercial journey from New York to London marked the end of a supersonic era. On 24 October 2003, British Airways Flight 002 lifted off from JFK with invited guests, dignitaries, and aviation enthusiasts on board — closing the curtain on nearly three decades of luxurious, faster-than-sound transatlantic travel. The flight, captained by Mike Bannister, was a poignant moment in aviation history, symbolizing the final chapter for an aircraft that had once defined the cutting edge of global travel.
This painting serves as a lasting tribute to that extraordinary day — a time when air travel pushed boundaries and captured imaginations worldwide.
Composition & Technique:
The painting showcases the sleek, side-profile silhouette of the Concorde, soaring high above the Atlantic under a vivid blue sky. The artist skillfully balances precision brushstrokes for the aircraft with looser, expressive textures in the sky, adding depth and atmosphere.
The colour palette uses cool sky blues and crisp cloud whites, contrasting beautifully with the polished white and silvery-gray tones of the Concorde’s fuselage. Pops of deep red on the tail provide a striking visual accent. The result is a dramatic and elegant tribute to one of the most iconic aircraft ever built.
Artist Signature:
Hand-signed by British artist G. Wiltshire-Smith, lower right corner.
About the Artist:
G. Wiltshire-Smith is a British self-taught artist best known for his evocative aviation and maritime scenes. With an eye for technical accuracy and atmospheric depth, his works are sought after but rarely come to market, making this piece a standout acquisition.
🖌 The Frame:
Framed in a Larson Juhl gilt gold leaf frame with a reverse profile and distressed finish. Protected under AR70 museum-grade glass, this handcrafted presentation enhances the painting's visual impact while preserving its detail and color.
📏 Dimensions Framed:
Height: 53 cm
Width: 68 cm
Depth: 2.5 cm
A substantial, gallery-worthy format — perfect for executive spaces or high-end interiors.
🏛 Provenance:
From a private aviation collector, with prior exhibition at:
Shanklin Gallery, Isle of Wight
Famous Lord Hill Museum
Collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
💖 Why You’ll Love It:
✅ A rare tribute to the final Concorde flight — a landmark in aviation history
✅ A visually striking centrepiece for your home, office, or boardroom
✅ A collectible signed artwork by a respected British aviation painter
✅ A nostalgic homage to an era of glamour, speed, and engineering excellence
Condition:
Painting: Fine used condition with minor foxing/staining to the sky and aircraft areas.
Frame: Excellent handmade condition, with natural imperfections consistent with its artisanal finish.
Ready to hang: Fitted with hanging thread — display-ready.
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- Period: 2003
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- Price: £3,250.00
- €3,870 Euro
- $4,399 US Dollar
- Location: London
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- Dimensions: H: 53cm (20.87in)
- W: 68cm (26.77in)
- D: 2.5cm (0.98in)
