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British RE8 biplane with French Nieuport 27, WW1
British RE8 biplane with French Nieuport 27 fighter escort, First World War. Watercolour by Lieutenant Richard Barrett Talbot Kelly.
circa 1916
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Barrett Biplane Clouds Escort Kelly Lieutenant Nieuport Reconnaissance Talbot
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This evocative watercolour painting captures the spirit of the First World War in the skies above the Western Front. Painted by Lieutenant Richard Barrett Talbot Kelly around 1916, the scene depicts a British RE8 biplane from the Royal Flying Corps (RFC), with a French Nieuport 27 fighter in close escort. The RE8 was a two-seat reconnaissance aircraft, primarily used for photographic and observation duties. Its open cockpit and large wings make it easily distinguishable in the painting. The French Nieuport 27, a single-seat fighter, was a formidable opponent in the skies of the Western Front. With its sleek design and powerful engine, it was a favorite among French pilots for its maneuverability and firepower. In this painting, the Nieuport 27 is shown skillfully flying in formation with the RE8, providing protection against enemy fighters. The painting captures the sense of tension and excitement that came with flying in the First World War. The clear blue sky is dotted with scattered clouds, while the planes cut through the air with purpose and determination. The intricate details of the planes, from their markings to their engine parts, add to the authenticity of the scene. Lieutenant Richard Barrett Talbot Kelly was a British artist and aviator who served in the RFC during the First World War. He was known for his detailed and accurate watercolour paintings of military aircraft and scenes from the war. This painting is a testament to his skill as an artist and his firsthand knowledge of the aircraft and the conditions under which they flew.
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