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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Ocean Conservation.
Lot 252:
Description
David Doubilet (American, b. 1946). Cibachrome print, dolphin swimming toward a light-dappled surface. Pencil-signed lower right margin. The work is mounted with a white mat and housed in a silver-plated metal frame under glass. The verso features a printed retail gallery label for the Cranbury Station Gallery. Sight: 14 x 9 1/4 in. Frame: 20 1/4 x 16 1/4 x 1 1/8 in.
A personal note from Wendy Benchley: “David Doubilet and Peter were close friends and went on numerous National Geographic expeditions together. Peter greatly admired David’s superb talent with a camera and with words. David was a splendid writer.”
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund.
Condition report:
The print surface is in an excellent state of preservation with no visible fading, foxing, or silver mirroring. The silver-plated frame exhibits minor surface scuffs and rubbing along the edges. The reverse backing board shows light handling marks and minor surface wear.
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