Wall candy: International Racing Colours GP Engines

May 1st 2008 by Gary Grant — 5 Comments
Tagged:art, engines, grand-prix, paul-chenard

There was a time when race cars were finished in the colours of the nation from which they hailed. National pride often ebbed and flowed when the national colours were winning or losing. Back in those days, the Grand Prix cars boasted magnificent engines that were as much mechanical works of art as they were the heart of a racing car.

Good friend of The Garage, Paul Chenard has recently completed a limited edition series that captures the essence of this era of machinery. The premium archival Giclee prints measure 14.5′x 11′ and will be limited to a run of 125. They are available for $100 cdn each or an even better deal of $325 for all 4 plus shipping. They can be ordered by clicking on the Automobiliart button at the top right of this page.

Above is the Maserati 250F and the rest of the series can be seen after the break

Talbot-Lago T26C

Vanwall

Mercedes W196

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5 comments ↓

#1 Gary Faules on 05.01.08 at 9:36 am

Have you ever seen a reelection of a reflection of a reflection like in a mirror? Paul’s work on this series reminds me of just such a reflection. What I am really trying to say is not only is Paul’s work a great example of art but in fact the actual machinery he bringing to life are works of art themselves. A reflection of a reflection.

A friend of mine told me that he thought the only thing missing from Paul’s works were the sound and the smell.

#2 Gary Grant on 05.01.08 at 5:12 pm