Antique PNW 1932 Vancouver ship through tunnel porthole OOAK Original Photo

Description: A one-of a kind antique photo from the photo collection of Pacific Northwest photographer Oscar Loomis. His 1927-1937 collection spans a number of fascinating voyages on ships and on foot. Mr Loomis would go on to join the Merchant Marines in WWII. This personal photo is likely the only original in existence. Type & Size: A 4.5x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Reverse side may have remnants (that do not affect the image) from being in a photo album or collection. Please see photos. The photograph shows a framed view of a large passenger ship through the round porthole of what appears to be a tunnel or a structure. The ship is visible in the distance, and the reflection of the porthole can be seen in the water below, creating a symmetrical and artistic composition. This image captures the moment in Vancouver, B.C. in 1932.Taken in Vancouver, British Columbia, in 1932, this photo likely captures a period when maritime travel was at its peak. Passenger ships were crucial for transportation and travel, connecting distant locations and facilitating cultural and economic exchanges. Vancouver, being a significant port city, played a vital role in these maritime activities, and such photographs offer a glimpse into that historical context.No specific text or signs are visible in the photograph itself, and there are no identifiable people. The minimalism of the composition highlights the structure's dark interior, the light, and the large passenger ship in the distance, encapsulating the maritime theme.

Price: 27 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-11-28T15:36:47.000Z

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