THE HISTORICAL ART OF JOHN PAUL STRAIN
 
Published in 2015, 2nd Edition.
This oversized hardcover Coffee Table Book measures 12" by 9".
213 pages with Dust Jacket.
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Signed by John Paul Strain.
 
 A collection of John Paul Strain's historical art, this book is a treasury of images of the artist's paintings of the Civil War, as well as other historical eras. "The Historical Art of John Paul Strain" includes a number of other historical paintings created during his professional career spanning over 34 years.
 
The book contains fascinating stories, anecdotes, and facts not usually found in history books. Mr. Strain's ability to capture historical moments in time with unsurpassed detail, color and composition have amazed collectors of his work world wide. For generations to come this one of a kind art book will inspire and excite those who love art and history.  
 
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ABOUT THE ARTIST: Mr. Strain and his paintings have been featured on the television shows of C-Span's Washington Journal, The History Channel, and Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Throughout his career he has won many awards for his art. Reproductions of his work have won numerous 1st place awards and "Best of Show" honors, such as the PICA Awards, The Printing Industry of the Carolina's, and at the PIAG Awards in Georgia. Strain is also a featured artist for internationally known collector art companies the Bradford Exchange and the Franklin Mint for which he has created a Civil War Chess Set, several limited edition plate series, sculptures, and many other collectible items featuring his paintings. John Paul completed a number of commissioned works for the United States Army, which are on permanent display at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Fort McNair, Washington D.C., and the battlefield visitor's center at Normandy, France. Today, his original paintings can be found in many noted museums such as the Museum of Fredericksburg, and at Thomas Jefferson's home, Monticello. In 2010 Mr. Strain won the Henry Timrod Southern Culture Award presented by the Military Order of the Stars and Bars - Descendants of Officers of the Confederacy. In 2017 Mr. Strain was unanimously chosen by the Board of Directors of the General N.B. Forrest Historical Society for the “Forrest Distinguished Artist of the Year Award.” Notably his work has been collected by many US Senators, US Congressmen, State Governors, music and Hollywood celebrities. His work can be found at the United States Pentagon, and assorted United States Navy Military War Ships currently in service. Over 90,000 pieces of John Paul Strain's limited edition art and original paintings have been sold and enjoyed worldwide.