1923 Rotogravure Detroit Speed Boat Championship Meet Racing Bearcat Motor Boats

"Motor Boats rushing Through Water With the Speed of Express Trains" This is an original 1923 sepia rotogravure of the start of the race of "Bearcats" in the Detroit Speed Boat Championship Meet. CONDITIONThis 91+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. No creases. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso. Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia Grade: Very Fine +++ Dimensions: Approximately 15 x 9.75 inches; 38 x 25 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) Period Paper is pleased to offer a collection of original rotogravures from 1923. These images provide us with fascinating "snapshots," so to speak, of historical events, people and places -- a virtual treasure trove for the collector of historical memorabilia from the early 20th century. About Rotogravure: Rot