Description:
Barbara Morgan (American, 1900-1992)
Martha Graham: Letter to the World, 1940, printed c. 1980. Signed and dated "Barbara Morgan 1940" in ballpoint pen l.r., titled l.l., titled, dated, and signed "...Barbara Morgan" in ballpoint pen on the verso u.c. Gelatin silver print, image size 13 7/8 x 18 1/4 in. (35.2 x 46.3 cm),framed.
Condition: Possible fading of signature, minor wear and creases at sheet corners.
Provenance: Acquired from the Andrew Smith Gallery, Albuquerque, New Mexico, by the current owner, in 1986. A copy of the purchase receipt accompanies the lot.
Estimate $2,500-3,500
Sheet measures 16 x 20 in. (40.7 x 50.8 cm). Framed with galss. No additional issues to report.
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