Weegee (American, 1899-1968) The Face of the Vil
Weegee (American, 1899-1968) The Face of the Village, 1950s Gelatin silver print, ferrotyped 8-5/8 x 7-5/8 inches (21.9 x 19.4 cm) (image) 9-3/4 x 8 inches (sheet) Titled in blue ink, lower margin recto. Collector's stamp, verso. PROVENANCE: Peter B. Martin, Sr., by 1994; Current owner. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall good condition. Scattered crazing, hairline scratches, and soft creases visible under raking light. Some areas of skinning to margins, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Tape remnants in margins, not affecting the image; slightly visible at upper edge when mat is closed. Sheet is cornered to board. Window mat measures 15 by 12 1/2 inches. Framed under glass to 16 3/4 by 14 1/4 inches.
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Weegee (American, 1899-1968) The Face of the Village, 1950s Gelatin silver print, ferrotyped 8-5/8 x 7-5/8 inches (21.9 x 19.4 cm) (image) 9-3/4 x 8 inches (sheet) Titled in blue ink, lower margin recto. Collector's stamp, verso. PROVENANCE: Peter B. Martin, Sr., by 1994; Current owner. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall good condition. Scattered crazing, hairline scratches, and soft creases visible under raking light. Some areas of skinning to margins, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Tape remnants in margins, not affecting the image; slightly visible at upper edge when mat is closed. Sheet is cornered to board. Window mat measures 15 by 12 1/2 inches. Framed under glass to 16 3/4 by 14 1/4 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.