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An exceptional set of four original Private Signals of Yachtsmen reference pages published by Lloyd's Register of Yachts, documenting the …
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An exceptional set of four original Private Signals of Yachtsmen reference pages published by Lloyd's Register of Yachts, documenting the distinctive private signal flags flown by yacht owners during the golden age of recreational and competitive yachting.
For generations, Lloyd's Register of Yachts served as the authoritative reference for the international yachting community. Among its most fascinating features were the Private Signals of Yachtsmen sections, which illustrated the unique identifying flags registered to individual yacht owners. Long before modern communications, these signals allowed vessels, yacht clubs, harbormasters, and fellow yachtsmen to identify ownership and affiliation at sea and in port.
Today, these pages are highly sought after for both their historical significance and striking graphic design. The bold geometric flag patterns, vivid nautical color palette, and extensive roster of yacht owners create an impressive visual presentation that works beautifully in coastal residences, yacht clubs, maritime museums, libraries, offices, and sophisticated nautical interiors.
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Although eight printed images are shown, they are printed on both sides of the paper. The buyer will receive FOUR physical pages with printing on the front and reverse sides of the sheet.
Whether displayed individually, grouped as a gallery wall, or incorporated into a larger maritime collection, these original Lloyd's Register pages offer a unique glimpse into the traditions, prestige, and visual language of historic yachting culture.
***Please Note: The listing photographs are intended to showcase the artwork and overall presentation. Images may not accurately represent the item's actual physical dimensions, so please refer to the measurements provided in the listing description.
All framed pieces are professionally matted with equal-width matting on all four sides, and the artwork is centered within the mat opening. Variations in photography, lighting, and display formatting may make the proportions appear different than they are in person.
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- Dimensions
- 7.25ʺW × 0.01ʺD × 8.75ʺH
- Styles
- Nautical
- Frame Type
- Unframed
- Period
- 1940s
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Tan
- Condition Notes
- Original Lloyd's Register of Yachts publication Title: Private Signals of Yachtsmen Year: 1935 Set includes 4 physical pages Sheet size: … moreOriginal Lloyd's Register of Yachts publication Title: Private Signals of Yachtsmen Year: 1935 Set includes 4 physical pages Sheet size: 7.25 x 8.75 inches Original color printing on paper Maritime and yachting reference material Historically used for vessel and owner identification within the yachting community Excellent decorative nautical, coastal, yacht club, and maritime display pieces Ideal for framing individually or as a collection Suitable for collectors of maritime ephemera, yacht memorabilia, nautical prints, and sailing history Unframed Condition consistent with age and original use; please review photographs for details regarding condition and preservation status less
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