1916 Print Italy Luigi Risso Army Hydro Float Skis WWI ORIGINAL HISTORIC ILW2

This is an original 1916 halftone print of the Italian inventor Luigi Risso's creation of a pair of pontoon floating water shoes for the Italian army to utilize during World War I. They are called "hydro-skis".

CONDITION

This 95+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Small crease - right margin. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note there is printing on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 5.75 x 7 inches; 15 x 18 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: WWI, water, floatation, float, gun, gunman, gunner, soldier, military, wartime, paddle, paddling

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