Michael Godard “We Olive A Shelby” (SN) – Autographed by Carroll Shelby

Limited Edition Giclée on Canvas | Signed & Numbered Edition of 427

A Legendary Shelby Cobra. A World of Mischievous Olives. Two Extraordinary Signatures.

What happens when legendary automotive designer Carroll Shelby meets the wonderfully imaginative world of internationally acclaimed artist Michael Godard?

You get “We Olive A Shelby,” an extraordinary celebration of American automotive history, racing heritage, and Godard’s unmistakable sense of humor.

This spectacular limited-edition giclée on canvas features a brilliant blue Shelby Cobra, racing number 98, surrounded by Godard’s mischievous olives and glamorous strawberry characters, all caught up in the excitement of a fictional racing event known as the Godard 500.

From the colorful grandstands filled with cheering olives and strawberries to the playful pit crew and the Martini Motorsports racing banner, every inch of this artwork is filled with humor, energy, and imaginative detail.

But beyond the colorful characters lies something especially meaningful to automotive collectors.

This canvas is personally hand-signed by both Michael Godard and the legendary Carroll Shelby (1923–2012).

Hidden Tributes to Racing Legends

One of the most fascinating aspects of “We Olive A Shelby” is the subtle tribute Godard incorporated into the racetrack itself.

Look closely at the pavement beneath the Cobra, and you’ll discover names honoring some of the most important figures in American motorsports history:

• Carroll Shelby – Legendary racing driver, automotive designer, and creator of the Shelby Cobra.

• Ken Miles – Accomplished racer and development driver whose contributions to the Shelby Cobra and Ford GT40 programs were instrumental.

• Phil Hill – The first American-born driver to win the Formula One World Drivers’ Championship.

• Dan Gurney – Celebrated American racing driver, constructor, and motorsports innovator.

These cleverly incorporated tributes transform Godard’s playful composition into a celebration of the people who helped shape American racing history.

Personally Autographed by Carroll Shelby & Michael Godard

This edition is especially desirable because it bears the authentic signatures of both Carroll Shelby and Michael Godard.

Carroll Shelby’s personal signature connects the artwork directly to one of the most influential personalities in American automotive history.

With Shelby’s passing in 2012, he can no longer personally sign additional examples, making existing dual-signed editions particularly appealing to collectors.

Artwork Details

• Title: We Olive A Shelby

• Artist: Michael Godard

• Medium: Limited Edition Giclée / Iris Print on Canvas

• Edition: Signed & Numbered Edition of 427 Worldwide

• Image Dimensions: 28″ × 35″

• Signatures: Personally Hand-Signed by Michael Godard and Carroll Shelby

• Subject: Shelby Cobra, Racing Number 98

• Condition: Pristine, Never Removed from Original Protective Plastic

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

• Provenance: Directly from the Original Publisher’s Archives

• Production: California, USA

About the Artist – Michael Godard

Internationally acclaimed artist Michael Godard, often referred to as the Rock Star of the Art World, is celebrated for his imaginative paintings featuring animated olives, grapes, strawberries, and other playful characters.

His distinctive style combines pop surrealism, brilliant color, satire, and humor, transforming everyday subjects into unforgettable personalities.

In “We Olive A Shelby,” Godard combines his whimsical world of martini-loving olives with one of the most celebrated automobiles in American history.

The result is a wonderful blend of fine Art, automotive nostalgia, and Godard’s signature humor.

Carroll Shelby – An American Automotive Legend

Carroll Shelby (1923–2012) was an American racing champion, automotive designer, and entrepreneur whose innovations transformed the performance automobile industry.

After winning the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans, Shelby went on to create the legendary Shelby Cobra and played a central role in Ford’s historic GT40 racing program.

His legacy includes the Shelby Cobra, Daytona Coupe, GT350 and GT500 Mustangs, and some of the most desirable American performance automobiles ever produced.

Today, his name remains synonymous with speed, innovation, and American automotive excellence.

Directly from the Original Publisher – Hallmark Press, Inc.

Fine Art Publishers & Dealers | Established 1987

Hallmark Press, Inc. originally published “We Olive A Shelby” as part of our longstanding relationship with Michael Godard.

Over the years, Hallmark Press has published more than 15 limited editions with Godard, including several highly collectible automotive and celebrity-themed works.

This canvas comes directly from our original publisher inventory and has been carefully preserved since publication.

This is an authentic, publisher-issued limited edition—not a later reproduction or secondary-market acquisition.

Each canvas includes a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Hallmark Press, Inc., documenting the artwork and its authenticity.

And in true Godard fashion, there’s only one thing left to say:

“Olive this Shelby!”