Roman Vishniac (American, 1897-1990) Grandfather
Roman Vishniac (American, 1897-1990) Grandfather and Granddaughter, Warsaw, circa 1935 Gelatin silver print on Agfa paper, printed later 10-3/8 x 10-1/2 inches (26.4 x 26.7 cm) (image) 14 x 11 inches (sheet) Signed in pencil by Mara Vishniac Kohn in artist's estate stamp, verso. LITERATURE: The International Center of Photography, Encyclopedia of Photography, Pound Press, Inc., 1984, p. 538; N. Rosenblum, A World History of Photography, Abbeville Press, 2007, pl. 457, p. 372. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall very good condition. Some scattered soft creases and hairline scratches visible under raking light. A few pinpoints of retouching, particularly in lower left quadrant. A small discolored smudge in lower margin, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Bumped corners, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Sheet is cornered to board. Window mat measures 18 1/4 by 18 inches. Framed under glass to 21 by 20 1/2 inches.
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Roman Vishniac (American, 1897-1990) Grandfather and Granddaughter, Warsaw, circa 1935 Gelatin silver print on Agfa paper, printed later 10-3/8 x 10-1/2 inches (26.4 x 26.7 cm) (image) 14 x 11 inches (sheet) Signed in pencil by Mara Vishniac Kohn in artist's estate stamp, verso. LITERATURE: The International Center of Photography, Encyclopedia of Photography, Pound Press, Inc., 1984, p. 538; N. Rosenblum, A World History of Photography, Abbeville Press, 2007, pl. 457, p. 372. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall very good condition. Some scattered soft creases and hairline scratches visible under raking light. A few pinpoints of retouching, particularly in lower left quadrant. A small discolored smudge in lower margin, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Bumped corners, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Sheet is cornered to board. Window mat measures 18 1/4 by 18 inches. Framed under glass to 21 by 20 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"
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.
