1927 Ad Edward Smith Aviation Boat Marine Paint Varnish Fokker Airplane YYM1

$43.95 USD

This is an original 1927 black and white print ad for aviation and marine paints and varnishes that were made and sold by Edward Smith & Company during the Roaring Twenties era. The ad also features illustrations of the Fokker F. VIII or Fokker Trimotor flown by American aviator Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd, Jr. of the United States Navy (USN), the Fokker F. VIII Trimotor that was flown by Lt. Lester J. Maitland (1899-1990) of the United States Army Air Corps (USAAC), and a Vought O2U Corsair biplane.

CONDITION

This 86+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Small hole - right margin.

Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
Grade: Very Fine ++
Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 12 inches; 23 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)

Period Paper is pleased to present a collection of nautical-themed vintage ads, covers, prints, and articles from 1927 and 1928 Yachting magazine. To continue "sailing" through this "salty" collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph. Enjoy!

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Aircraft, Aviation, Military

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