Ray Honisett Original Tiger Moth Aviation Painting – 1989

An impressive original aviation painting by renowned Australian artist Ray Honisett, depicting a gathering of classic de Havilland Tiger Moth biplanes at a rural airfield.

The composition centres on a yellow Tiger Moth numbered “04”, with ground crew attending to the aircraft while another biplane passes overhead. Honisett captures the atmosphere and openness of the airfield beautifully, combining finely observed aviation detail with a broad blue sky, low clouds and sunlit grassland.

Signed and dated 1989 at the lower left, this generously proportioned work would make a striking statement piece for an aviation enthusiast, collector, office, study or commercial interior.

The painting is presented in a substantial timber frame with a linen-style slip and gold-toned inner detailing, ready to display.

About the Artist

Ramon “Ray” Francis Honisett (1931–2019) was a highly regarded Australian maritime and aviation artist based in Victoria. Particularly admired for his technically detailed depictions of historic aircraft, Honisett was commissioned to record significant moments in Australian aviation and naval history. In 1988, he completed a series of sixteen aviation paintings commissioned by the McDonnell Douglas Corporation as a Bicentennial gift to the Australian people. His work is represented in important national collections, including the Australian War Memorial and the Powerhouse Collection, which has described him as one of Australia’s leading aviation artists.

Details

Artist: Ramon “Ray” Francis Honisett
Subject: De Havilland Tiger Moth biplanes at a rural airfield
Date: 1989
Medium: Oil painting – exact support to be confirmed
Signature: Signed and dated lower left
Presentation: Framed and ready to display
Origin: Australia
Type: Original Australian aviation artwork

Condition

Condition: Please refer to the detailed description and photographs below.

This is a genuine pre-owned original artwork.

• The painting presents attractively, retaining strong colour and finely rendered aviation detail.
• The timber frame displays some age-related marks and wear consistent with previous display and ownership.
• No significant damage is apparent from the supplied photographs.
• Please examine the photographs carefully for the condition and overall presentation of the painting and frame.

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Delivery & Collection

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