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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Stories
Lot 262:
Description
Chromogenic print of a breaching great white shark, photographed by Dr. Neil Hammerschlag, a marine ecologist and shark researcher based out of Nova Scotia, Canada. The work was produced as a commemorative gift for participants in a 2004 public forum hosted by the Pew Institute for Ocean Science. Marked on the lower mount margin for the Pew Institute for Ocean Science. Sight: 14 1/8 x 14 1/8 in. Frame: 20 1/8 x 20 1/4 x 1 1/4 in.
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:
Excellent overall condition. The print and mount show no visible signs of foxing, fading, silver mirroring, or surface abrasions. The silver-plated metal frame exhibits only minor incidental surface scuffs to the exterior edges.
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