Launching the S.S. Excalibur at Camden, New Jersey

1930

Philip Kappel

Associated Names
Philip Kappel

Artist, American, 1901 - 1981

The image shows a large ship on a slipway, ready to launch into the water. The viewpoint is elevated, with the ship dominating the scene. The horizon is high in the background, with distant buildings and ship masts visible against a bright sky. Steel gantry structures frame the scene with intricate patterns. The color palette is primarily monochromatic, using shades of black and brown. Activity can be seen in the distance on the docks, and the water reflects light subtly.
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In pencil: lower right, Philip Kappel; bottom right corner, Launching of the original S.S. Excalibur lost in WWII off Casablanca, North Africa; lower left, Launching the S.S. Excalibur at Camden, NJ 1930.

Wikidata ID

Q76440778

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