Douglas Bader Bronze Figure – RAF Battle of Britain Sculpture
A Bronze Figure of RAF Fighter Ace Douglas Bader
This Douglas Bader bronze figure by British sculptor Peter Close portrays one of the most inspirational pilots of the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. The sculpture captures Bader standing confidently on the wing of his aircraft, reflecting the determination and leadership that made him a legendary figure in RAF history.
Group Captain Sir Douglas Bader became widely known for his courage and determination after returning to flying despite losing both legs in a pre-war aircraft accident. His achievements during wartime aviation made him one of Britain’s most celebrated fighter pilots.
This Douglas Bader bronze figure sculpture captures the spirit of the renowned World War II British fighter pilot.
Douglas Bader was a double amputee who flew with artificial legs. He became an inspirational figure for his determination, courage, and exceptional skill in aerial combat.
Peter Close crafted this Douglas Bader bronze figure as a tribute to his remarkable life and achievements.
A Hero of the Battle of Britain
Bader played a prominent role in the Battle of Britain in 1940, commanding fighter squadrons defending Britain against German air attacks. His leadership and aggressive tactics helped establish him as one of the Royal Air Force’s most successful fighter aces.
Over the course of his wartime career he was credited with 22 enemy aircraft destroyed, four shared victories and several additional damaged aircraft, making him one of the most accomplished RAF pilots of the war.
In August 1941 he was shot down over occupied France and spent the remainder of the war as a prisoner, repeatedly attempting to escape before being held at Colditz Castle until its liberation in 1945.
Cold Cast Bronze Aviation Sculpture
The Douglas Bader sculpture is produced using the cold cast bronze technique, combining bronze powder with resin to create a material that closely resembles solid bronze while preserving fine sculptural detail.
The bronze finish highlights the textures of the RAF uniform and the confident stance of the figure, giving the RAF pilot bronze sculpture a strong and lifelike presence.
A Tribute to an Inspirational Fighter Pilot
The Douglas Bader bronze sculpture forms part of Peter Close’s collection of military and aviation sculptures, which celebrate iconic pilots and historic figures from aviation history.
This RAF Battle of Britain sculpture is ideal for collectors interested in wartime aviation, RAF history and portrait sculptures of legendary pilots.
- Height 41cm/16in
- Weight 3 kg
- Made of cold cast bronze
- Limited to an edition of 250
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