
Description
Fabulous vintage c.1920's original silver gelatin photograph of San Francisco from Telegraph Hill by the famed American photograph, William Edward Dassonville! This is a stunning image, and a great piece for any enthusiast of the Bay Area.
The photograph has its original matte, and is newly framed and double matted. There is some toning from the decades to the photograph as you can see, but it is otherwise in very good condition. It is pencil signed by the artist, lower right 'W.E. Dassonville' as shown.
It measures 15" wide by 17 1/2" tall total framed size, with a sight size of 9 1/4" by 11 3/4".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The photograph has its original matte, and is newly framed and double matted. There is some toning from the decades to the photograph as you can see, but it is otherwise in very good condition.
Dimensions:
Height: 17.5 in.
Width: 15 in.
Depth: 1 in.
Category: Photography
Origin: United States
Materials: Silver Gelatin
Creator: Styled After: Ansel Adams
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $41.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from North Grosvenor Dale, CT
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
The photograph has its original matte, and is newly framed and double matted. There is some toning from the decades to the photograph as you can see, but it is otherwise in very good condition. It is pencil signed by the artist, lower right 'W.E. Dassonville' as shown.
It measures 15" wide by 17 1/2" tall total framed size, with a sight size of 9 1/4" by 11 3/4".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The photograph has its original matte, and is newly framed and double matted. There is some toning from the decades to the photograph as you can see, but it is otherwise in very good condition.
Dimensions:
Height: 17.5 in.
Width: 15 in.
Depth: 1 in.
Category: Photography
Origin: United States
Materials: Silver Gelatin
Creator: Styled After: Ansel Adams
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; The photograph has its original matte, and is newly framed and double matted. There is some toning from the decades to the photograph as you can see, but it is otherwise in very good condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Antique C.1920's William Edward Dassonville San Francisco From Telegraph Hill Photograph
Estimate $900-$2,690
Starting Price
$360
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The May Edit: Vintage & Antique Finds Art I
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