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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Stories
Lot 128:
Description
Universal Pictures (American, founded 1912). Photographic prints, Jaws production stills, 1975. Assortment of nine black and white production stills from the landmark film Jaws. The collection captures various behind-the-scenes moments during the 1974 production on location at Martha’s Vineyard. Notable subjects include director Steven Spielberg, often seen in a Jaws promotional t-shirt, alongside lead actors Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and Richard Dreyfuss. Rare production imagery features the mechanical shark, Bruce, positioned on its underwater tow-sled and support platform. The prints depict the actors in character aboard the Orca and at locations around the town of Amity. Each print is executed on high-gloss photographic paper. 8" x 10".
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 prints are in excellent condition with no visible tears, creases, or stains. The high-gloss finish is well-preserved, and the images maintain sharp contrast and clarity throughout the set.
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