1922 Rotogravure San Francisco Civic Centre World War I Unknown Soldier Ceremony

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of San Francisco paying homage to the "Unknown Soldier." The caption writes, "On the same day that the actual burial took place in Washington huge throngs gathered at the Civic Centre, San Francisco, in front of which was draped a high American flag. members of the American Overseas League later on took the floral tributes to the military cemetary at the Presidio, where a ceremony was held in honor of the soldier dead buried there."

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 x 9.75 inches; 38 x 25 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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