$2,460
Neil Armstrong (American, 1930-2012) Buzz Aldrin on the Moon, Apollo 11, July 1969. Vintage chromogenic print on fiber-based Kodak paper with 'A Kodak Paper' watermark on the verso, image size 9 1/2 x 7 5/8 in. (24.0 x 19.2 cm), unmatted. Condition: Discoloration around edges on the verso where tape or similar was removed. N.B. On the Moon at last, Aldrin stands in front of the Lunar Module Eagle, next to the solar wind experiment. On the lunar surface all the Apollo astronauts took photographs using a 500 EL Hasselblad data camera equipped with a transparent glass reseau plate engraved with grid markings and specially designed lenses and Kodak films. Crosses on each picture enable geologists to make photogrammetric measurements of all objects recorded. The NASA negative number is AS11-40-5873. Literature: Thomas, p. 182. Estimate $600-800 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
