$1,722
Neil Armstrong (American, 1930-2012) Buzz Aldrin salutes the American flag, Apollo 11, July 1969. Vintage chromogenic print on fiber-based Kodak paper with 'A Kodak Paper' watermark on the verso, image size 9 5/8 x 7 1/2 in. (24.3 x 18.9 cm), unmatted. Condition: Good. N.B. Aldrin is saluting the flag with his right hand clearly visible next to his helmet. 'Being able to salute the flag was one of the more humble yet proud experiences I've ever had,' he remembered. 'To be able to look at that American flag and know how much so many people had put of themselves and their work into getting it where it was. We sensed, we really did, this almost mystical unification of all the people in the world at that moment' (Life, August 22, 1969, p. 26). The NASA negative number is AS11-40-5874. Literature: Thomas, p. 195; Hope, p. 24; Jacobs, p. 59. Estimate $800-1,200 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
