A few books have started to emerge recently describing the history of the airfix model kit company, its products and how the company evolved over the past 60 years. Model box art was such a big part of my modeling experience when i was a kid in the late 60searly 70s. These books also look at the range of kits airfix produced and their various types boxings and packaging styles. Airfix box art by roy cross nostalgia is a beautiful thing of the. The vintage years of airfix box art by roy cross, hardcover. Airfix box art to reserve your signed copy please call. The vintage years of airfix box art new books in politics. Several generations of young and youngatheart modellers have made airfix kits and, despite turbulent times in the 1970s and 1980s when the company changed ownership several times, in the twentyfirst century it goes from strength to strength.
In the 1960s, a talented graphic artist called roy cross was commissioned to paint some of the box art for airfix, and for a tenyearperiod he provided many of the glorious paintings seen on the boxes, setting new standards for realism and accuracy. Airfix has been commercially producing plastic kits since 1952 and its models have. The present owners are hornby, who have ambitious plans for airfix and the other brands it acquired including scalextric and corgi. Dec 01, 2014 buy more vintage years of airfix box art uk ed. Books on the history of model kit companies have become popular in recent years, and a segment of that interest deals particularly with kit box art. Comparing prices for the vintage years of airfix box art. In the 1960s, a talented graphic artist called roy cross was commissioned to paint some of the box art for airfix, and for a tenyearperiod he. See more ideas about box art, aviation art and airfix models. Author roy cross joined airfix as it entered its golden era of the 1960s and 1970s and he was responsible for producing the box art that drew many a wide eyed young customer to airfix and their products, in this first volume he discusses how he evolved into an artist of some repute and went on the produce the art for airfixs premier kits of those early years.
I always liked the beautiful old boxart of the airfix figure boxes. The airfix forum is intended for discussion of plastic scale modelling. Surely this book is another example of modeling kit genius and great value for the history of modeling. Arthur ward already did the definitive history of airfix itself some years ago. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. In the 1960s, a talented graphic artist called roy cross was commissioned to paint some of the box art for airfix, and for a tenyearperiod he provided many of the glorious paintings seen on the boxes, setting new. Airfix new b17g artwork takes inspiration from the past. Airfix box art by roy cross nostalgia is a beautiful thing of the past.
Please use this thread rather than posting in the new rele. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The box art of the queens diamond jubilee shorts tucano t. Roy cross is the one artist who i would have paintings of in my home. As well as his vintage box art, roy has included many sketches and alternative versions of his airfix box art. Printed on 100% cotton watercolour textured paper, art prints would be at home in any gallery. Roy crosss the vintage years of airfix box art contained a host of the paintings he prepared for airfix, but the unearthing of many more images in old airfix files has enabled this entirely fresh look at roys work to be presented, coinciding with the seventyfifth anniversary of the first airfix kit. If youre inerested in airfix box art you might consider the books the vintage years of airfix box art and more vintage years of airfix box art both are by roy cross and include lots of colour pictures and descriptive text.
Roy crosss earlier book, the vintage years of airfix box art, contained a host of the paintings he prepared for airfix, but the unearthing of many more images in old airfix files has enabled this entirely fresh look at roys work to be presented, coinciding with the seventyfifth anniversary of the first airfix kit. And for a decade, roy cross was their chief illustrator, creating over. In addition to the history behind the models, from the first airfix kit a model tractor right up to todays exciting doctor who releases, it tells the story of the dramatic twists and turns of the. If youre inerested in airfix box art you might consider the books. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
See more ideas about aviation art, airplane art and aviation. The 1960s and early 1970s might be called the vintage. After roy left airfix in 1974, the company went through a turbulent time. Jan 26, 2009 books on the history of model kit companies have become popular in recent years, and a segment of that interest deals particularly with kit box art. Aug 31, 2009 airfix has been commercially producing plastic kits since 1952 and its models have been made by successive generations of young boys and men alike. A selection of pictures from this magnificent book that will transport you to those glory days. In the 1960s, a talented graphic artist called roy cross was commissioned to paint some of the box art for airfix. These books also look at the range of kits airfix produced and their various types. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Adding lots of vintage airfix kits now see more ideas about airfix kits, high resolution picture and box art. Airfix art for sale in uk 59 secondhand airfix arts. Competing against half a dozen competitors, airfix sold millions of its plastic kits on the strength of their dramatic, dynamic, and realistic boxtop artwork.
The vintage years of airfix box art by roy cross waterstones. Airfix was started in 1939 and, since it produced its first plastic kit in 1949, has grown to be the uks leading model kit manufacturer. Products where we do not have any box image is denoted with an asterisk after the scale in the title. Sep 03, 2009 packed with photos of the kits from the 1950s to the present,the boys book of airfix is a nostalgic look at one of the greatest brands ever. Packed with photos of the kits from the 1950s to the present, the boys book of airfix is a nostalgic look at one of the greatest brands ever. More vintage years of airfix box art by roy cross, hardcover. Post up links and images of the the new boxart for all airfix kits here. Jul 28, 2008 this book concentrates on the box art of these old and faithful model kits. The airfix tribute forum does not have the facility to store images, we rely upon our members and airfix for example to maintain the images for the benefit of all. Buy airfix the golden age 1955 1982 by didier palix isbn. Airfix has been commercially producing plastic kits since 1952 and its models have been made by successive generations of young boys and men alike.
This highquality placemat and coaster set is part of a collectable range based on classic airfix box art. In the 1960s, a talented graphic artist called roy cross was commissioned to paint some of the box art for airfix, and for a tenyearperiod he provided many of the glorious paintings seen on the. Oct 12, 2015 books on the history of model kit companies have become popular in recent years, and a segment of that interest deals particularly with kit box art. Book information for vintage years of airfix box art, 9781847970763. More vintage years of airfix box art 9781847978202. Primarily a place for newcomers to ask questions and seek assistance from likeminded individuals, the airfix forum offers users the chance to join an active and friendly community. The stable block, crowood lane, ramsbury marlborough, wiltshire sn8 2hr, uk tel. When i visited the local department store searching for a new kit to buy, the box art was an important factor in the decision making process. This book concentrates on the box art of these old and faithful model kits. Lots of vintage airfix frog novo revell, etc instructions, box tops, bag tops, artwork includes saturn v instructions. Please use this thread rather than posting in the new release section which is for kits which have actually been released. Pictures with the price tag symbol are linked to my online shop. Aug 01, 2009 airfix has been commercially producing plastic kits since 1952 and its models have been made by successive generations of young boys and men alike.
The classic airfix box artwork of roy cross, which inspired generations of modellers. Founded in 1939 by nicholas kove, an enterprising hungarian jew, airfix holds a unique appeal for boys and girls of all ages and has been part of the fabric of childhood for generations. Weve spent a considerable time updating the images and the quest goes on. See more ideas about cross paintings, box art and airfix kits. Viewing inside more vintage years of airfix box art.
Buyer pays shipping cost shipping can take up to 23 weeks. See more ideas about box art, aviation art and plastic model kits. Try prime office products go search en hello, sign in account. High quality airfix inspired art prints by independent artists and designers from around the world. The vintage years of airfix box art by roy cross goodreads.
Boxart gallery boxart collection airfix military aircraft. More vintage years of airfix box art by roy cross goodreads. This highquality placemat and coaster set is part of a collectable range based on classic. Roy crosss the vintage years of airfix box art contained a host of the paintings he prepared for airfix, but the unearthing of many more images in old airfix files has enabled this entirely fresh look at roys work to be presented, coinciding with the. Both old and new versions complement each other perfectly the aircraft pictured in the new boeing b17g flying fortress artwork is 4337521 skyway chariot, which flew with the 351st bomb squadron, 100th bomb group, us eighth air force, from thorpe abbots.
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