Horace Bristol (American, 1909-1997) Joad Family
Horace Bristol (American, 1909-1997) Joad Family Applying for Relief Aid, Visalia, California, 1938 Gelatin silver print, printed later 12-3/8 x 9-7/8 inches (31.4 x 25.1 cm) (image) 14 x 11 inches (sheet) Signed in pencil, mount verso. Initially shot as part of a collaborative project with John Steinbeck, Bristol's series on migrant laborers intimately captures the struggles of the time. While Steinbeck backed out of the project in order to expand his short story into a full-length novel, both artists completed their respective works, even using the same title, The Grapes of Wrath. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall excellent condition. A very few pinpoint indentations visible under raking light. Slightly bumped corners, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Sheet is cornered to board. Window mat measures 20 by 16 inches. Not framed.
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Horace Bristol (American, 1909-1997) Joad Family Applying for Relief Aid, Visalia, California, 1938 Gelatin silver print, printed later 12-3/8 x 9-7/8 inches (31.4 x 25.1 cm) (image) 14 x 11 inches (sheet) Signed in pencil, mount verso. Initially shot as part of a collaborative project with John Steinbeck, Bristol's series on migrant laborers intimately captures the struggles of the time. While Steinbeck backed out of the project in order to expand his short story into a full-length novel, both artists completed their respective works, even using the same title, The Grapes of Wrath. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall excellent condition. A very few pinpoint indentations visible under raking light. Slightly bumped corners, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Sheet is cornered to board. Window mat measures 20 by 16 inches. Not framed.
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"
Buyer's Premium per Lot:
25% on the first $300,000 (minimum $49), plus 20% of any amount between $300,001 and $3,000,000, plus 12.5% of any amount over $3,000,001 per lot.
