Oregon

Antique PNW 1932 Sailing Ships Astoria Oregon 4.5x3 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 4.5x3" 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 captures a waterfront scene in Astoria, Oregon, dated August 1932. Several tall-masted ships are docked along a wooden pier, their sails furled. The main focus is on a large sailing vessel, likely a schooner or a frigate, with intricate rigging and multiple masts extending high into the sky. Other similar ships are visible in the background, creating a picturesque maritime atmosphere.Astoria, Oregon, has long been a vital hub for marine activities due to its strategic location near the mouth of the Columbia River. During the early 20th century, it was a bustling port town, catering to cargo ships, fishing vessels, and maritime trade. This period saw numerous tall ships, like those in the photograph, playing a crucial role in commerce and transportation.Visible in the photograph is the name of the primary vessel partially obscured but can be interpreted as "AM" possibly denoting the ship's name. No other identifiable brand names or logos are discernible. There are no known individuals visible or identified in this photo from the caption or any other references.

Price: 22 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

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

Shipping Cost: N/A USD

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Antique PNW 1932 Sailing Ships Astoria Oregon 4.5x3 OOAK Original PhotoAntique PNW 1932 Sailing Ships Astoria Oregon 4.5x3 OOAK Original Photo

Item Specifics

Return shipping will be paid by: Seller

All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

Item must be returned within: 30 Days

Refund will be given as: Money Back

Type: Photograph

Subject: maritime, sailing vessels, Columbia River, pier, schooners, frig

Theme: maritime, history, nautical, cities & towns

Featured Person/Artist: none

Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print

Year of Production: 1932

Original/Licensed Reprint: Original

Size: 4.5x3 inches

Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949

Number of Photographs: 1

Antique: Yes

Unit of Sale: Single Piece

Vintage: Yes

Framing: Unframed

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