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Shafer, They Kept The Sea Lanes Open

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Description

Art Shafer, Am., 1866-1945, U.S. Navy World War I Poster, "They Kept the Sea Lanes Open Invest in the Liberty Victory Loan", Niagra Litho Co. Buffalo-New York, designed and engraved by The W.F. Powers Co. Litho, NY (RBER466)(MM)
Dimensions: sight 28 1/2 x 38, framed 37 1/2 x 47 1/2

Condition

Paper toned, vertical crease along center from fold, 3 areas of tear repair/losses 2 to upper right and left top quadrants and about a 1/2" tear along the top edge left side

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Shafer, They Kept The Sea Lanes Open

Name: Shafer, They Kept The Sea Lanes Open
SKU: 84021940
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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