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"Build a Better Life Raft"

 
Maria E. Beasley (1847 - 1904)
 
Maria E. Beasley (1847-1904)
Maria invented a better life raft, one that was fireproof, compact, safe and readily launched when needed. She received patents for her life raft designs in 1880 and 1882. In addition she receive 14 patents from two countries. Her life rafts were also used on the ship the RMS Titanic.

mixed media oil painting on panel, found objects.
8 x 13 x 2
Sold Private Collection, East Aurora New York USA

 

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