Sinai 1916-17

Sinai 1916-17 - Original Paintings

These are original paintings by Graham Turner, painted in gouache on watercolour board for the Osprey book 'Sinai 1916-17'. They are unique pieces of hand-painted artwork by this well known historical artist - CLICK HERE for more information about how to purchase one of these paintings, or to arrange to visit us to view the originals.

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Original paintings from the Osprey book Sinai 1916-17 by Graham Turner

Last Stand at Qatia - 23 April 1916 Ref: GT-421A

Pinned down and with their ammunition running low, commander of C squadron the Worcester Yeomanry, Captain William Wiggin, is ordered by the Brigade commander Colonel Charles Coventry to go back to the horse-holders, either to bring them forward as reinforcements, ride for assistance, or bring up the horses to enable a retreat. Wiggin would be wounded by shrapnel and fall unconscious, but on coming to and finding the line collapsing, be would lead the survivors to safety, winning the Distinguished Service Order for his actions.

Gouache painting by Graham Turner - image size 19"x 13" (48 x 33cm)

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Price: £750.00

Night Retreat, Battle of Romani - 4 August 1916 Ref: GT-421B

A piquet from the Australian Light Horse is engaged by advancing Ottoman soldiers, forcing a fighting retreat.

Gouache painting by Graham Turner - image size 19"x 13" (48 x 33cm)

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Price: £750.00

Fall of the Central Reduit, El Magruntein - 7 January 1917 Ref: GT-421C

The Canterbury Mounted Rifles (part of the New Zealand Mounted Rifles), pour into the central reduit of the fortified Ottoman position at El Magruntein (Rafa), opening the way for the capture of the last Ottoman garrison in the Sinai.

Gouache painting by Graham Turner - image size 19"x 13" (48 x 33cm)

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Price: £750.00

Purchasing an Original Painting

Graham Turner's Original Paintings are offered for sale by the artist himself, so if you are interested in purchasing an original painting, please email Graham Turner at graham@studio88.co.uk to discuss the purchase.

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Artist signed Osprey book, Campaign 421, Sinai 1916-17

Sinai 1916-17 Ref: CAM421
The Fight for the Suez Canal

by Stuart Hadaway

Includes three paintings by Graham Turner G.Av.A.

Books bought from Studio 88 are individually hand-signed by artist Graham Turner

From the publisher's website:
A fascinating dive into the overlooked fight between the British Empire's Egyptian Expeditionary Force and the Ottoman Empire for control of the Suez Canal.

The Battle of Romani was fought between Britain's Egyptian Expeditionary Force (EEF) and the Ottoman Empire's Sinai Expeditionary Force in the Sinai Desert in early August 1916. The Ottoman objective was to disrupt and cut off the Suez Canal, while the EEF's main objective was to protect the Canal and the flow of materials that were struggling to keep the war economies of Britain, France and Italy working. The two sides came to a head on 4-5 August, resulting in the defeat of the Ottomans. The EEF then continued to advance to the edge of the desert by the end of the year. With this, not only did Britain secure its supply lines, but it was also the first major land victory against the Ottoman Empire. The tide was finally turning in the war between the empires.

Historian Stuart Hadaway provides an in-depth look at the much overlooked Sinai Campaign, which was a victory of immense strategic importance in World War I. However, it was a hard-won battle with critical mistakes made on both sides. Illustrated with period photographs, detailed maps and stunning artwork, this book examines the fight for the Canal, the lessons the EEF failed to learn, and how the courage and bravery of the troops, especially the Australians and New Zealanders, saved the situation on many occasions.

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Paperback
248 x 184mm
96 pages
Published 25th September 2025 - orders received before then will be despatched on or very soon after the publication date.

Price: £16.99

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