$861
Neil Armstrong (American, 1930-2012) The Earth over the Lunar Module Eagle, Apollo 11, July 1969. Vintage chromogenic print on resin-coated Kodak paper with 'A Kodak Paper' watermark on the verso, image size 7 5/8 x 7 5/8 in. (19.2 x 19.2 cm), unmatted. Condition: Good. N.B. The first moonwalkers left a plaque on Eagle's leg bearing the inscription "Here men from the planet Earth first set foot upon the Moon, July, 1969 A.D. We came in peace for all mankind." Buzz Aldrin recalled 'We could also look around and see the Earth, which, though much larger than the Moon the Earth was seeing, seemed small, a beckoning oasis shining far away in the sky' (NASA SP-350, chapter 11.5). The NASA negative number is AS11-40-5924. Estimate $500-700 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-02
