1922 Rotogravure Airplane Santa Maria Seaplane New York City Skyline Buildings

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of the airliner Santa Maria shown up against skyscrapers of New York City. The caption writes, "The seaplane Santa Maria, which was the first to make an aerial passenger trip between Key West and Cuba, is here seen leaving her airport on the Hudson on one of the first commercial trips of the season, with a background of towering skyscrapers, as she nears the battery on a flight to Atlantic City, New Jersey. She follows the coastline as closely as possible in her journeys, so that in case of a fall dangerous fatalities may be lessened."

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 15.25 x 10.25 inches; 39 x 26 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)

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