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Martín Chambi (Peruvian, 1891-1973) A Group of Three Photographs
Estimate: $1,000-$2,000
Sold
$1,000
Live Auction
Master of Ceremonies: The Joel Grey Collection
Location
Philadelphia
Size
Largest: 22 1/4 x 16 3/4 inches.
Description
Martín Chambi

(Peruvian, 1891-1973)

A Group of Three Photographs

three gelatin silver prints

Largest: 22 1/4 x 16 3/4 inches.


The Collection of Joel Grey


This lot is located in Philadelphia.

Condition
Wedding of Don Julio Gadea, Cuzco, 1926gelatin silver printtitled, inscribed and numbered 5/5 in pencil, versoImage: 9 3/4 x 13 inches.Sheet: 11 x 14 inches.Framed: 19 x 22 inches.Scattered fine surface scratches apparent in raking light - for example, behind groom and above bridal party's heads. Photo is cornered to mat at 3 corners. Some slight bumps present along extreme edges, and some skinning to each corner apparent - the most noticeable being the bottom left. Self-Portrait, Cuzco Studio, 1928gelatin silver printtitled, inscribed and numbered 5/5 in pencil, versoImage: 22 1/4 x 16 3/4 inches.Sheet: 23 7/8 x 20 inches.Framed: 31 1/2 x 26 inches.Some scattered fine surface scratches and gentle handling creases apparent in raking light. Some scattered surface soiling apparent in margins, as well as some light dust accumulation. Otherwise in largely good condition. Photo is cornered to mat at 3 corners. Some slight softening to extreme corners. Juan de la Cruz Sihuana, Cuzco Studio, 1925gelatin silver printtitled, inscribed and numbered 5/5 in pencil, versoImage: 14 1/2 x 10 3/4 inches.Sheet: 16 x 12 inches.Framed: 23 1/2 x 18 3/4 inches.Work appears to be in generally good condition. Some scattered fine surface scratches apparent in raking light - for example, in background to left of figure's head. Skinning to top left corner with associated loss. There is also a tear with skinning to bottom right corner. Photo is cornered to mat at 3 corners.