Lot 92: Three World War II Photographs: Obie Newcomb (American, 20th Century), The Marines Go In, Tarawa, Gilbert Islands, November 1943, origi

Est: $1,000 USD - $1,500 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USJanuary 22, 2016

Item Overview

Description

Three World War II Photographs:

Obie Newcomb (American, 20th Century), The Marines Go In, Tarawa, Gilbert Islands, November 1943, original caption affixed to the back of the print, "ACME Newspictures" stamped in red ink on the verso; American School, 20th Century, U.S.S. Arizona, Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941; American School, 20th Century, Old Glory on Mt. Suribachi, Iwo Jima, 1945, original caption separated from the back of the print, "ACME Telephoto New York Bureau" stamped in red ink on the verso. Gelatin silver prints, image sizes to 8 3/8 x 5 3/4 in. (21.3 x 14.5 cm), matted, unframed.
Condition: Marines with scattered handling crimps and areas of discoloration, Arizona with scattered handling crimps, minor surface grime u.l., Iwo Jima with scattered breaks in emulsion especially at l.l., subtle discoloration at left edge of sheet.

Artist or Maker

Obie Newcomb

Condition Report

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.

Auction Details

Fine Prints & Photographs

Skinner

January 22, 2016, 12:00 PM EST

The Heritage on the Garden 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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