1950s Framed Promotional Print for United States Line ("Fastest Ocean Liner in the World")
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1950s Framed Promotional Print for United States Line ("Fastest Ocean Liner in the World")

Code: ol50000


SOLD!!! No Longer Available!

Product Description

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AFTER That Date, We Will Be OUT OF THE OFFICE from WEDNESDAY 09/17 until TUESDAY OCTOBER 7th!!

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ARTIFACT: This is a 1950s framed promotional print for the USS United States, flagship of the United States Line. Begun in 1921, United States Lines was originally a shipping company. They debuted the USS United States in 1952 as the fastest ocean liner and the boat, although retired to Philadelphia, actually still holds the Blue Riband – the award for the fastest transatlantic speed record. The print is signed by the artist.

VINTAGE: Circa 1950s.

SIZE: Approximately 23-1/2" in height by 32-3/4" in width.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Wood, canvas, plated brass, metal wire.

ATTACHMENT: Two hooks, wire.

MARKINGS: W. J. AYLWARD.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a painting and print collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBGX11 LABEX1/12 SABEX3/16

CONDITION: 7+ (Very Fine+): The print has a few very small scuffs and some overall yellowing. The paper backing has come away.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.