albumen print

PHOTOGRAPHS
USA, NY, New York
1895-09-07
albumen print; linen paper
overall print: 3 x 4 1/2 in.; overall backing: 4 1/2 x 5 in.

3 x 4 1/2 albumen print adhered to 4 1/2 x 5 linen backed paper made by an unidentified photographer. Original photograph taken September 7, 1895 of a long shot of VALKYRIE III and DEFENDER, undersail, starboard beam view, manuvering for the start in the 1st cup race of the America's Cup challenge. Handwritten in ink on backing at bottom is written: "273 / Valkyrie / Defender/ Maneuvering for start / 1st Cup race."

1984.187.190835F.1

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