1944 Print Newport Rhode Island Army Military Patrol WWII Oliver Baker AAF1

This is an original 1944 World War II halftone print of military patrol in Newport, Rhode Island, shortly after Pearl Harbor.

A native of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, Corporal Oliver Baker came to the United States, where he received his art education from the Pratt Institute, the Art Students League. Thereafter, Baker studied in Paris. Later, he became assistant to the Treasury Relief Art Project. He, then, was commissioned by the Federal Arts Project to complete a mural for the McRae, Georgia Post Office. He was later transferred to Camp Campbell in Kentucky.

CONDITION

This 67+ year old Item is rated Near Mint. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint
• Dimensions: Approximately 8.5 x 6.25 inches; 22 x 16 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)

This piece was illustrated by Baker, Oliver. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

Keywords specific to this image: War Scenes, Watchmen, Rifles, Handguns, Weapons, Weaponry, Personal Protection

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