Ferrari 156 “Sharknose” by Danny Day autographed by Phil Hill

Ferrari 156 “Sharknose” – Danny Day | Personally Signed by Phil Hill

Limited Edition Giclée on Canvas | 14″ × 17″ | Only 50 Worldwide

One Legendary Ferrari. One Historic Formula One World Champion. An Exclusive Edition of Just 50.

An exceptional opportunity to acquire “Ferrari 156 Sharknose,” a beautiful limited-edition giclée on canvas by acclaimed American automotive artist Danny Day, celebrating one of the most recognizable and historically significant Formula One racing automobiles ever created.

This remarkable artwork features the legendary 1961 Ferrari 156 “Sharknose,” the automobile driven by Phil Hill during his historic Formula One World Championship season.

What makes this edition particularly special is that each canvas is individually hand-signed by Phil Hill (1927–2008), the legendary American racing driver who helped establish the Sharknose as one of Ferrari’s most celebrated Grand Prix machines.

With a worldwide edition limited to just 50 pieces, this artwork offers an exceptional combination of automotive fine art, Ferrari racing history, and an authentic World Champion signature.

The Artwork – Ferrari’s Legendary Sharknose

Few Formula One automobiles have achieved the iconic status of the Ferrari 156 “Sharknose.”

Introduced for the 1961 Formula One season, the Ferrari 156 featured a revolutionary rear-engine design and an unmistakable twin-nostril front end that inspired its famous nickname.

Its distinctive aerodynamic appearance, powerful V6 engine, and exceptional racing performance made it one of the most memorable Formula One cars of its era.

The Ferrari 156 dominated the 1961 championship season, helping Ferrari capture both the Formula One World Drivers’ Championship and the International Cup for F1 Manufacturers.

Behind the wheel of the Sharknose, Phil Hill achieved one of the most important accomplishments in American motorsports history, becoming the first American-born driver to win the Formula One World Drivers’ Championship.

Danny Day captures the unmistakable styling and historic character of this legendary Ferrari with his signature attention to detail, precision, and artistic realism.

The result is a beautiful tribute to one of Ferrari’s greatest racing automobiles and the American driver who made Formula One history.

Personally Autographed by Formula One World Champion Phil Hill

Phil Hill (1927–2008) was one of America’s most accomplished and respected international racing drivers.

His remarkable career included:

• 1961 Formula One World Drivers’ Championship with Ferrari

• Three overall victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans

• Multiple victories at the 12 Hours of Sebring

• An extraordinary career competing for some of the world’s most celebrated racing teams

Renowned for his smooth driving style, technical knowledge, and sportsmanship, Hill earned international recognition as one of the greatest American racing drivers of his generation.

His historic 1961 championship established him as the first American-born Formula One World Champion, a distinction that remains an important milestone in American motorsports history.

Each canvas in this exclusive edition bears Phil Hill’s authentic personal signature, creating a meaningful connection between the artwork and the legendary driver whose accomplishments it celebrates.

With Hill’s passing in 2008, his personally autographed artwork holds particular significance for collectors of Ferrari memorabilia and historic motorsports fine art.

Artwork Details

• Artist: Danny Day

• Title: Ferrari 156 “Sharknose”

• Medium: Limited Edition Giclée on Canvas

• Featured Automobile: 1961 Ferrari 156 “Sharknose” Formula One Race Car

• Edition: Only 50 Worldwide

• Image Dimensions: 14″ × 17″

• Autograph: Individually Hand-Signed by Phil Hill

• Certificate of Authenticity: Included, Issued by Hallmark Press, Inc.

• Offered By: Hallmark Press, Inc.

About the Artist – Danny Day

Danny Day is an accomplished American artist celebrated for his exceptionally detailed paintings and drawings of legendary automobiles, racing personalities, professional athletes, wildlife, and some of the world’s most beautiful golf courses.

His distinctive realistic style combines meticulous attention to detail, technical precision, and a remarkable ability to capture the character and historical significance of his subjects.

Throughout his career, Day has created artwork celebrating some of the greatest automobiles and personalities in American and international motorsports history.

His automotive limited editions are particularly admired for their faithful representations of historically important racing machines and their association with legendary racing personalities.

In “Ferrari 156 Sharknose,” Day pays tribute to one of Ferrari’s most distinctive Grand Prix automobiles and the extraordinary accomplishments of Phil Hill.

From Hallmark Press, Inc.

Fine Art Publishers & Dealers | Established 1987

Hallmark Press, Inc. has a longstanding history of representing and publishing Danny Day’s automotive artwork, including original paintings and limited editions celebrating legendary racing automobiles and the personalities who helped shape motorsports history.

We are pleased to offer this exceptional Ferrari 156 “Sharknose” limited-edition canvas, personally autographed by Phil Hill.

Each canvas is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Hallmark Press, Inc., documenting its authenticity and limited-edition status.

The combination of an extremely limited worldwide edition, Phil Hill’s authentic signature, and the historic Ferrari 156 makes this a distinctive offering for collectors of Ferrari memorabilia and automotive fine art.

A Special Opportunity for Ferrari Collectors

One Historic Ferrari. One American Formula One World Champion. Only 50 Worldwide.

For collectors of Ferrari racing history, Phil Hill autographs, Formula One memorabilia, and automotive fine art, “Ferrari 156 Sharknose” represents an opportunity to own a beautifully produced tribute to one of the most celebrated automobiles in Grand Prix history.

A Timeless Tribute to Ferrari’s Legendary Sharknose—and the American World Champion Who Made Racing History.