New work - "L'Asso Ferrarese"

[RussellSmith]

L'Asso Ferrarese
26" x 16"
oil on linen

This painting features the Italian Ace Michele Allasia. Allasia was born in Ferrara, Italy, and served with 80 Squadriglia and Sezione. He claimed 6 victories, 5 of which were confirmed, but sadly he lost his life in a flying accident in July of 1918. The piece is simply meant to be an aircraft portrait, but the 3 enemy aircraft in the background are based on a combat in which Alassia described taking on 3 Austrians.

[LindsayT]

Always a good day when a new Russell Smith gets released! Another gem, Russell. Thanks for sharing.

Lindsay

[RussellSmith]

Thanks so much Lindsay. 

[Andi Little]

Very evocative - and particularly impressive.
................................ Would like to see a close up to check out your mark making!!!

[rhallinger]

That's just beautiful Russell!  Will it eventually be available as a print at your website?

Regards,

Bob

[RussellSmith]

Thanks guys.

Bob, it already is: http://www.russellsmithart.com/Small%20pages/L'Asso%20Ferrarese.html

[lcarroll]

Russell,
   Very nicely done, I always marvel at how you create "movement" on canvas. Great background and a story in the making........
   Thanks for posting this.
Cheers,
Lance

[rhallinger]

Thanks Russell!  I just ordered one, along with "Last Dance of the Hussar," which I've had my eye on for a while.   

Regards,

Bob

[pepperman42]

Beautiful work of a pretty machine!!

Steve