SMS Baden: German Coastal Defense Ship in Turbulent Seas – 1903 Chromolithograph

Maritime · 20th century

SMS Baden: German Coastal Defense Ship in Turbulent Seas – 1903 Chromolithograph

€ 460

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1903
Sheet size: 39 × 51 cm (15.4 × 20.1 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-13936-7

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Good condition. The mount has slight wear and occasional spotting, adding to its vintage charm, common in prints of this age. Please review the images for further condition details.

About this sheet

This 1903 chromolithograph by Hugo Graf, from 'Deutschland zur See', features the SMS Baden, a coastal defense ship of the German Imperial Navy. Part of the Sachsen-class, SMS Baden was launched in 1880 and built for coastal protection with heavy armor and armament suited for near-shore engagements.

Measuring approximately 20 x 33 cm on its original 39 x 51 cm mount, the print captures the ship navigating stormy waters, reflecting its robust design. Though it saw limited action, SMS Baden symbolizes Germany's early focus on coastal defense, a strategic priority before the era of high-seas dominance. This print’s mount shows light wear and spotting, enhancing its historic appeal. Ideal for collectors of maritime and pre-WWI German naval history.