Midway Atoll: A Celebration of Partnerships (Commemorative Poster)
Framed commemorative print/poster on paper • Commissioned by the Midway Phoenix Corporation and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; photographer unidentified
Style & Movement
Wildlife Documentary / Institutional Ephemera
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography / mass-produced color printing from a color photograph
Creation Period
1997 (specifically dated April 3, 1997)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches; vertical portrait orientation
Subject Description
A color photograph of two Laysan Albatrosses nesting on Midway Atoll, accompanied by text commemorating the dedication of the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. The composition includes institutional logos and a dedication to the U.S. Navy.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible signs of aging and environmental exposure
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $50 USD (nominal value as a souvenir or local historical artifact)
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired at the time of the island's transition from Navy to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service management; hung in a facility related to Midway Phoenix Corp or a similar stakeholder.
Art Historical Significance
Low art-historical significance, but high local historical significance regarding the environmental conservation history of the Pacific and the demilitarization of Midway Island.
Notable Features
Features the seal of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and specific mention of the Midway Phoenix Corporation, dating the piece to a specific administrative window (1996-2002).
Condition Issues
Visible foxing/mold spotting on the bottom white margin, potential UV fading of red inks, and slight rippling of the paper support under the glass.
Conservation Recommendations
Remove from current acidic backing, treat for active mold if present, and re-frame using UV-protective glass and acid-free archival matting.