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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Stories
Lot 28:
Description
William Doughty (British, 1757-1782) after Sir Joshua Reynolds (British, 1723-1792). Mezzotint on paper, Samuel Johnson, L.L.D., 1779. The print is mounted to a foam board backing. Sheet: 17 3/8 x 12 3/8 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:
Reddish-brown liquid staining and foxing are present throughout the margins, most prominent on the left and bottom edges. The sheet exhibits overall toning and a small diagonal crease with associated paper loss at the bottom right corner. A minor vertical crease is located at the top center margin. The print is permanently adhered to a foam board backing.
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