1922 Rotogravure WWI USS Maryland Dreadnought Newport News Launching Historic

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of the U. S. S. Maryland at Newport News, Virginia. Secretary of the Navy Daniels appeared for her launching ceremony. The bottom image shows the christening bottle of champagne exploding against the superdreadnaught. CONDITIONThis 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse. Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 15.25 inches; 26 x 39 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) RTO3C22