1944 Print Vista Caribbean Military Base Ancient Spanish Fortress Navy Ship AAF1

This is an original 1944 World War II halftone print of "The Vista (Caribbean Base)." This image shows an American Destroyer passing the ancient Spanish fort.

A native of Emporia, Kansas, Lieutenant Albert K. Murray, received his art education at the College of Fine Arts at Syracuse University in New York City, as well as the National Gallery in London, among other international art training institutes. In 1942, Murray joined the United States Navy and was stationed at the Naval base Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Later, he was transferred to the Office of Public Relations in Washington, D. C. Thereafter, he was commissioned to depict naval activities and scenes for the Art and Poster Section for Public Relations. Murray was assigned to paint the portraits of the NavyÕs General Board, as well as complete charcoal and oil artworks of the men of the U. S. S. BOISE. Later, he painted PC boats on convoy duty, the construction of military bases and naval drydocks, as well as other wartime scenes.

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 9.25 x 6.5 inches; 23 x 17 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 Murray, Albert K.. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Battleships, Naval, Military

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