- Steamship Ferry Packed with Passengers 8x6.5cm Antique
- Antique Snapshot Maritime Steam Ship Yellow Funnel Crowded Deck Photo Postcard Size
- Early 20thC Hand-Coloured Photo Passenger Steamer Boat Excursion Nautical History
Up for sale is a fascinating, early 20th-century vintage photograph depicting a crowded passenger steamship or excursion ferry. This evocative maritime snapshot features a striking hand-tinted yellow/ochre funnel, contrasting beautifully with the dark hull of the vessel. The deck is densely packed with passengers, capturing a vivid moment from a bygone era of coastal travel or pleasure cruising.
In the background, several sailing yachts and other vessels can be seen anchored in calm waters, suggesting a busy harbor, regatta, or popular holiday destination.
- Type: Original vintage/antique photograph (hand-tinted/coloured details)
- Subject: Maritime history, passenger steamship, coastal excursion ferry
- Dimensions: 8 cm x 6.5 cm
- Reverse Side: Features faint pencil stock/cataloguing marks (150/684 and 4), otherwise blank unprinted card stock.
Condition Report:
- Overall Condition: Good vintage condition given its age.
- Surface: Minor surface wear and faint age-related toning consistent with authentic old photographs.
- Corners/Edges: Sharp corners with very minor edge rubbing. No major tears or creases.