Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Young Oaks, Winter

Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Young Oaks, Winter, c. 1938, printed later. Initialed “AA” in pencil l.r., “Special Edition Photographs of Yosemite” hand stamp on the mount verso. Gelatin silver print mounted to board, image/sheet size 7 1/2 x 9 5/8 in. (18.8 x 24.3 cm), framed. Condition: The window mat is adhered to the mount with double-sided tape or similar. N.B. Adams began making the Special Edition series of prints in 1958. They were approved by him, but made by assistants. He signed them until around 1972, and initialed them until 1974. The Special Edition prints continued to be made, but without Adams’s signature or initials because he wanted to distinguish them from his fine photographs, which he printed himself. New prints from the series are still made by Alan Ross, who began as Adams’s assistant in 1974. Estimate $1,000-1,500 Mount measures 11 x 14 in. (28.0 x 35.6 cm). Print surface is in good condition. No additional issues to report. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.