$2,583
Thomas Stafford (American, b. 1930) or Eugene Cernan (American, 1934-2017) The Earth emerging from behind the rim of the Moon, Apollo 10, March 1969. Vintage chromogenic print on fiber-based Kodak paper with 'A Kodak Paper' watermark on the verso, image size 7 3/4 x 7 5/8 in. (19.5 x 19.2 cm), unmatted. Condition: Good. N.B. This breathtaking view was photographed with the 250mm telephoto lens from the LM Snoopy during its descent to the lunar surface. Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell described the experience: 'Suddenly, from behind the rim of the Moon, in long, slow-motion moments of immense majesty, there emerges a sparkling blue and white jewel, a light, delicate sky-blue sphere laced with slowly swirling veils of white, rising gradually like a small pearl in a thick sea of black mystery. It takes more than a moment to fully realize this is Earth...home' (Kelley, plates 42-45). The NASA negative number is AS10-27-3888. 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
