$2,952
James A. McDivitt (American, b. 1929) First U.S. spacewalk, Ed White's EVA over Hawaii, Gemini 4, June 3, 1965. Numbered 'NASA S-65-30431' (NASA MSC) in red on the recto u.l. margin. Vintage chromogenic print on fiber-based Kodak paper with 'A Kodak Paper' watermark on the verso, image size 7 1/4 x 7 1/8 in. (18.3 x 18.0 cm), unmatted. Condition: Minor wear at corners of sheet. N.B. McDivitt: 'You're right in front, Ed. You look beautiful.' White: 'I feel like a million dollars' (Gemini 4 air-to-ground transmission). Literature: Hope, p. 46. Estimate $800-1,200 Minor lifting of emulsion layer at lower margin edge. Subtle chemical stain or similar in c.r. margin. 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
