"Normandie – French Line" Poster, by Hubert Herkomer, 1939
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USD 10 789 - 16 183
GBP 8 000 - 12 000 (listed)
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TypeAutomobilia
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Lot number298
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Description
Artist: Sir Hubert von Herkomer (1849–1914). Printer: Hill, Siffken & Co, London.
After the Cunard Line’s R.M.S. Queen Mary beat Normandie’s speed records in August 1938, the French promoted her, as shown here, as "the world’s most perfect ship" (since she was unfortunately no longer the fastest ship!). Conservation linen mounted, framed, and glazed.
Poster size: 39.5 x 24.5 in. (100 x 62 cm). Frame size: 46.5 x 31.5 in. (118 x 80 cm).
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