Photograph of the Yacht YANKEE

black-and-white photograph

PHOTOGRAPHS
Dillon, R.A. (Dr.)
Oceania, Gilbert Islands, Phoenix Islands, Kanton
1940-03; 1940-04
paper
overall: 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 in.

Black and white photograph 2 3/4in x 2 3/4in. Reverse inscription: “0545”; “R A Dillon” (stamp; blue ink). YANKEE at sea, stern starboard side. Full sun in the image’s background creates a glowing silhouette effect. Date and location not provided, but context and inventory number (0545) suggests South Seas near Canton Island (see also: 2010.11.864 and 2010.11.882).

2010.11.875