^Lot 1794 Titanic

Incredibly rare full front page from the April 17, 1912, New York Herald, 16 x 22.5, with the triple line headline reading “The Titanic Torn Asunder When She Struck Iceberg Going At 18-Knot Speed,” with one of the lead stories headline’s reading “Only Gallantry Of Officers And Crew Saved The 868 Who Are Aboard The Carpathia," another, "The Titanic Sent Out Warning Of Icebergs One Hour Before The Crash.” Upper portion of the page has photographs of some of the socially prominent women on board the Titanic, including Lady Cosmo Duff Gordon and Mrs. John Jacob Astor. Framed to an overall size of 18 x 24.5. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and uniform light toning.