$2,337
Neil Armstrong (American, 1930-2012) Buzz Aldrin about to take his first step on the Moon, Apollo 11, July 1969. Stamped '65821-69' in black on the verso. 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: Good. N.B. Buzz Aldrin has both feet on the footpad of the LM Eagle before making his first step on the Moon. 'When I stepped down onto the surface and felt each movement carried by the slow-motion sensation of one-sixth gravity, I spontaneously exclaimed, 'Magnificent desolation'' (Jacobs, p. 63). The NASA negative number is AS11-40-5869. 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
