$5,535
Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Old Water Tower, San Francisco, 1961. Mural-sized gelatin silver print mounted to board, 38 1/4 x 29 1/2 in. (97.0 x 74.8 cm), framed. Condition: Scattered frame abrasions around edges, subtle spatters/surface grime u.r. and l.r., minimal scratches to surface. Provenance: Dr. Richard Young, a senior executive at the Polaroid Corporation from 1962-1982, by family descent. Dr. Young served as Senior Vice President of Research and Development, and later as President of the International Division and played a key role in the development and marketing of Polaroid's revolutionary products. N.B. Ansel Adams's interest in printing mural-size photographs began in the mid-1930s. Adams preferred a smooth, matte double-weight paper with neutral tone, and the resulting prints were typically affixed to plywood or Masonite panels and coated with a thin layer of varnish. Estimate $4,000-6,000 Framed dimensions: 38 1/2 x 29 3/4 inches. No other condition issues to report. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-09-26
