1959 Aston Martin DBR1 Le Mans Winner Lithograph Signed by Carroll Shelby | Danny Day Artwork

The 1959 Aston Martin DBR1 represents one of the most celebrated victories in endurance racing history. Driven to overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans by Carroll Shelby and Roy Salvadori, the DBR1 became the car that delivered Aston Martin its defining triumph on the world stage.

Created by acclaimed automotive artist Danny Day, this limited edition lithograph celebrates the legendary Aston Martin DBR1 and its place in international sports car racing history. Individually hand signed by Carroll Shelby and individually signed and numbered by Danny Day, this collectible brings together Le Mans history, Aston Martin heritage, and one of the most important figures in American motorsports.

The artwork captures the graceful, purposeful shape of the Aston Martin DBR1, including its low bodywork, open cockpit, flowing fenders, and unmistakable competition stance. Elegant yet formidable, the DBR1 remains one of the most admired sports racing cars ever built.

Whether displayed in a home, office, garage, showroom, or private collection, this artwork is a tribute to Carroll Shelby, Aston Martin, Le Mans, and one of the greatest moments in endurance racing history.

Features

• Limited edition lithograph created from the original artwork of Danny Day.
• Individually hand signed by automotive legend Carroll Shelby.
• Individually signed and numbered by Danny Day.
• Features the 1959 Aston Martin DBR1 Le Mans Winner.
• Edition limited to just 50 pieces.
• Unframed size: 8" × 10".
• Production date: 2004.
• Highly collectible Le Mans, Aston Martin, and Carroll Shelby artwork.
• Professionally packaged and shipped fully insured.
• Edition number shown may differ from the numbered example pictured.

Authenticity & Provenance

Cars & CEOs is proud to serve as Hallmark Press, Inc.'s exclusive independent gallery partner for automotive artwork. Hallmark Press was the longtime exclusive publisher for Danny Day and spent decades producing some of the finest sports and automotive artwork available.

Throughout those years, Hallmark Press worked directly with many of the legendary drivers, manufacturers, and organizations represented in its collections. Collectors can purchase with confidence knowing the signatures associated with Hallmark Press editions were obtained directly through the publisher, creating a clear chain of provenance that adds both authenticity and lasting historical significance.

About the Aston Martin DBR1

The Aston Martin DBR1 is one of the most important sports racing cars of the 1950s and the most successful competition car in Aston Martin history. Designed for international endurance racing, the DBR1 combined lightweight construction, balanced handling, and elegant aerodynamic bodywork.

Its greatest achievement came in 1959, when Carroll Shelby and Roy Salvadori drove the DBR1 to overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. That win remains Aston Martin's most famous endurance racing triumph and stands as one of the landmark victories in British motorsports history.

That same season, Aston Martin also secured the World Sportscar Championship, completing one of the finest racing campaigns in the company's history. Today, the DBR1 remains one of the rarest, most valuable, and most admired sports racing cars ever built.

About Carroll Shelby

Carroll Shelby was one of the most influential figures in American performance and racing history. Before becoming known worldwide for the Cobra, Shelby Mustang, Daytona Coupe, and Ford GT40 programs, Shelby was an accomplished racing driver at the highest levels of international competition.

His achievements include:

• Winner of the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans with Roy Salvadori.
• Creator of the Shelby Cobra.
• Leader of the Shelby Daytona Coupe program.
• Creator of the Shelby Mustang.
• Key figure in Ford's GT40 racing success.
• Automotive Hall of Fame inductee.

His signature gives this limited edition lithograph a direct connection to the driver who helped deliver Aston Martin's most famous Le Mans victory and later became one of the most important names in American automotive performance.

About the Artist

Danny Day is an internationally collected American automotive artist whose work has been admired by racing legends, collectors, and enthusiasts for decades. His highly detailed illustrations accurately capture both the beauty and engineering of history's greatest automobiles.

As with many original works of art, photographs cannot fully capture the depth, detail, and craftsmanship that are best appreciated in person.