1922 Rotogravure WWI Torpedo USS Oklahoma British Aircraft Carrier Depth Charge

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of a torpedo on the U. S. S. Oklahoma, and the British aircraft carrier called the Eagle, nicknamed the 'ugly duckling.' Also shown is a depth bomb and a concrete observation tower on the British ship Iphigenia. The caption for the torpedo writes, "Torpedo on the deck of the U. S. S. Oklahoma. This deadly weapon of offense is now a part of the equipment of modern ships in all navies. It is practically a vessel in itself, being carried by its own machinery to the desired target."

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 10 x 15.25 inches; 25 x 39 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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