1940 Ad Vintage Motor Boat Show Promotion Rolf Klep Cartoon Art Yacht Boating

This is an original 1940 color print ad, illustrated by Rolf Klep, promoting the 1940 Motor Boat Show.

CONDITION

This 74+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. No aging. No creases. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 8.5 x 12 inches; 22 x 30 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)

Ahoy! Permission to come aboard and explore this collection of nautical-themed vintage ads, magazine covers, and prints from 1939-1940.

This piece was illustrated by Klep, Rolf. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Rolf Klep

Rolf Klep (1904-1981) studied at the University of Oregon and eventually founded the Rolf and Alice Klep Collection at the school. Klep worked for Fortune magazine starting in 1935, and also provided artwork for Life magazine and Collier's. Klep founded the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon.

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