August 2024 Auction Ends Thursday, August 29th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/29/2024
Berenice Abbott silver gelatin print of French author Rene Crevel, taken by Abbott in 1928 shortly after working as an assistant to Man Ray. Semi-glossy photo measures 10.25'' x 13.25'', mounted to 16'' x 20'' board upon which Abbott signs in pencil, ''Berenice Abbott''. Also with Abbott's Maine address stamp on verso. Minute discoloration to lower right of mat, overall in very good to near fine condition. Acquired by John Robert Tennant Sr., photographer for the Smithsonian's National Gallery of Art, and the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, and then by descent to consignor.
Berenice Abbott Signed Photo Mat of Her Portrait of Rene Crevel -- Measures 16'' x 20''
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