1937 Print Jaffa Tel Aviv Israel Port American Export Ship Boat Dock Japho FZ3

This is an original 1937 halftone print of the port in Jaffa, Israel. The caption writes, "Offshore at Jaffa. There is never any doubt about the identity of Export's Hog Islanders." 'Hog Islanders' were ships built on Hog Island, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Although well-built, the ships were usually unattractive. The Export Steamship Corporation, which was founded in 1919, and is currently known as the American Export-Isbrandtsen Lines. The line went bankrupt in 1977 and was acquired by New York's Farrell Lines. Photography by Gardner Wells from Nesmith.

CONDITION

This 74+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. 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 / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 9.25 x 11.5 inches; 23 x 29 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)

Keywords specific to this image: ship, boat, ocean, ocean liner, American Export Lines

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