Overview
A large-format silver gelatin maritime portrait of the SS Cletus Schneider, a classic 'straight-deck' bulk carrier.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Vintage Great Lakes Freighter Photograph, SS Cletus Schneider, c. 1920s-1940s
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
The Schneider Transportation Company of Cleveland acquired this vessel in 1917, renaming it after the son of the company's founder, Cletus Schneider.
Maker / Origin
While the specific photographer is not identified, this piece belongs to the tradition of maritime ship portraiture common in port cities like Cleveland, Detroit, and Buffalo.
Condition & Value
The original cardboard mount shows significant chipping, edge wear, and some water staining, which is typical for utilitarian maritime displays. Value is driven by the specific vessel's history and the strong market for Great Lakes maritime memorabilia.
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