Artist: Dain L. Tasker (American, 1872-1964). Title: "Lily, an X-Ray". Medium: Original vintage photoengraving. Date: Composed 1930. Printed 1937. Dimensions: Image size: 11 1/4 x 8 1/4 in. (286 x 210 mm). Lot Note(s): Stamped with the photographer's name, verso. Edition unknown, presumed small. High-grade archival paper. Printed to the edge of the sheet. Fine, quality printing. Very good to fine condition; affixed to very thin and supple archival acid-free support sheet, not mount/board. Comment(s): According to “Gordon’s Photography Prices” the auction record for a silver print of this image is $31,200 realized at Sotheby's, New York, 10/11/2005, lot #48. Please see: http://www.beyondlight.com/what-is-xrayography for a brief mention of Tasker and this picture. Image copyright © The Estate of Dain L. Tasker. [25877-2-225] |