Mariposa, Monterey, and Lurline (1932, 1933)
With Malolo doing great business, Matson decided to expand their reach into the Pacific. Mariposa and Monterey would cover the South Pacific, while Lurline would join Malolo in Hawaii.
Unless evidence is found to the contrary, it appears all three ships were decorated identically. A mix of period styles filled First Class public spaces, while Cabin Class had a more contemporary look.
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ARTIST ROSTER
Paul Wesley Arndt
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BASIC STATS
Length: 632' | Beam: 79' | Passengers: 704
18,017 gross tons | Speed: 20.5 knots
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This early rendering of the Mariposa shows her with a dark hull, like the Malolo.
Minutes after the Mariposa's launch.
Cabin Class was a bit more restrained in its decor. However, scenes from the Orient were pulled in, as shown by the samurai warrior just left of the piano.
This early rendering of the Mariposa shows her with a dark hull, like the Malolo.