$431
John Young (American, b. 1930) Charles Duke with the UV astronomy camera, the Lunar Rover, and the American flag, EVA 1, Apollo 16, April 1972. Numbered 'NASA AS16-114-18439' (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 1/8 x 7 in. (18.0 x 17.5 cm), unmatted. Condition: Adhesive residue or similar along bottom edge. N.B. John Young took the photograph during the EVA close-out at the LM. Charles Duke stands in the shadow of the Lunar Module behind the ultraviolet (UV) camera which is in operation. The American flag and Lunar Rover are in the background. Literature: Jacobs, p. 109. Estimate $500-700 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
