73004: Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Oak Tree, Snow

Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Oak Tree, Snowstorm, 1948 Gelatin silver print, printed 1973-1977 19 x 15-1x8 inches (48.3 x 38.4 cm) (imagexsheet) Signed in pencil, mount recto. Titled and dated in ink, and with photographer's studio stamp, mount verso. HID03101062020 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall very good condition. A very few hard creases visible upon close inspection in raking light located to the bottom left corner, toward the top edge, and in the bottom left quadrant. Some scattered surface scuffing visible under closer inspection. Scattered edge chipping throughout sheets edges. Sheet is dry mounted to a mat board measuring 28 x 22 inches. Mat bears some bumping in the corners as well as some loss at the top edge, likely from a previous adhesion removal, this is not visible through window mat and frame. Mat is cornered to a window mat and framed under acrylic measuring 34 x 27-1/2 inches. Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS"