$338
James Irwin (American, 1930-1991) and David Scott (American, b. 1932) Four close-ups of the lunar surface at Station 9A, EVA 3, Apollo 15, August 1971. Numbered 'NASA AS15-82-11130,' 'NASA AS15-82-11131,' 'NASA AS15-82-11149,' and 'NASA AS15-82-11155' (NASA MSC), respectively, in black on the recto u.l. margin. Vintage gelatin silver prints, image sizes to 7 1/4 x 7 1/8 in. (18.3 x 18.0 cm), unmatted. Condition: Good. N.B. 'Bombarded by meteorites for billions of years, the Moon's surface is pockmarked by craters ranging in size from microscopic pits to giant basins hundreds of miles across' (Light, caption 128). 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
