Description
Four framed black and white photos from Don James, Bluff Cove, San Onofre ans State Beach 1937 Reproduced from the original negative. Comes with Certificate of Authenticity. Copyright by the Estate of Don James and T. Adler Books. 2004
It gives a glimpse of the innocent years of Santa Monica's growing surf scene before World War II.
These prints are Number 003 of only 500 copies of this limited edition. A lovingly produced limited edition portfolio of four 6.8" x 4.6" black and white prints of images by Don James taken at Bluff Cove, San Onofre, and State Beach in California. Each print was printed using soy based inks on 100% cotton rag 290 GSM acid-free paper.
Don James began surf photography while he was in high school, taking pictures of his friends such as Ed Faron, the Quigg brothers, Bud Rice and the Beach Boys from the Bel Air Bay Club in Santa Monica with his Dad's folding Kodak camera. His photos appeared in commercials and on posters. Don has been described as premier surfing photographer.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The back of the frame shows some wear on the paper description. Please see photos.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Black & White Photography
Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.
It gives a glimpse of the innocent years of Santa Monica's growing surf scene before World War II.
These prints are Number 003 of only 500 copies of this limited edition. A lovingly produced limited edition portfolio of four 6.8" x 4.6" black and white prints of images by Don James taken at Bluff Cove, San Onofre, and State Beach in California. Each print was printed using soy based inks on 100% cotton rag 290 GSM acid-free paper.
Don James began surf photography while he was in high school, taking pictures of his friends such as Ed Faron, the Quigg brothers, Bud Rice and the Beach Boys from the Bel Air Bay Club in Santa Monica with his Dad's folding Kodak camera. His photos appeared in commercials and on posters. Don has been described as premier surfing photographer.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The back of the frame shows some wear on the paper description. Please see photos.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Black & White Photography
Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; The back of the frame shows some wear on the paper description. Please see photos.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
9.5 x 11.25 x 1 in
Vintage Set of Four Limited Edition Black and White Surfing Photos by Don James
Estimate $850-$1,460
Starting Price
$420
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