Peter Benchley Collection - Jaws - A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Stories

Color Photograph of Peter Benchley Cliff Diving in New Guinea

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Description

Color photograph of author Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006) showing a leg injury after cliff diving in New Guinea. The photograph is mounted cardstock and housed in a wood frame. The verso of the mount is inscribed “New Guinea” in pencil. 20″ H x 13 1/2″ W x 1″ D.

From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.


Condition report:

The photograph shows surface loss and scuffing at the upper right corner. A small horizontal scratch is present on the surface in the lower right foreground. The mounting card displays light toning and edge wear. The wooden frame has minor surface scuffs consistent with age.