D. LAPOSITO, A PAINTING, 1903, "United States Collier:Brutus," PROBABLY SOUTH AMERICAN, ship at sea with raised flags, gouache and watercolor on paper, signed and dated L/L.10 5/8" x 15 3/4" NOTE: In January 1903 Brutus operated in the Chesapeake Bay area, and between January 24 and April 18, 1903, the ship cruised the West Indies and along the coasts of Central America, returning to Hampton Roads April 18, 1903. Sometime in mid 1903, Brutus was assigned to the Asiatic Fleet. Resource: www.history.navy.mil.com

Some areas with mild tone on left half of image, crease marks consistent with rolling of paper, but otherwise in very good condition, wear commensurate with age.

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