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The Collection of Frederick W. Davis

online only auction | 13 day sale | sale is over
Location
Monrovia, CA 91016
Dates

Sale Starts

Fri
Nov 24
9:30pm
2023

Sale Ends

Wed
Dec 6
12pm
2023
1001 A Scrapbook Page Including Images Of Edward Weston, Tina Modotti, Monna Alfau A scrapbook page including 12 images (each side of the scrapbook with 6 images); With three candid images that include: Edward Weston, Tina Modotti, Monna Alfau, Felipe Teixidor, Pepe, Manuel Hernandez Galvan, and Rafael Sala, from an unknown photographer; other various figures and landscape photos are included; Each image is mounted to the black scrapbook page Image/Sheet of Smallest: 2.5" H x 3.5" W (or reverse); Image/Sheet of Largest: 3.5" H x 5.5" W Estimate: $800 - $1,200
1001 A Scrapbook Page Including Images Of Edward Weston, Tina Modotti, Monna Alfau A scrapbook page including 12 images (each side of the scrapbook with 6 images); With three candid images that include: Edward Weston, Tina Modotti, Monna Alfau, Felipe Teixidor, Pepe, Manuel Hernandez Galvan, and Rafael Sala, from an unknown photographer; other various figures and landscape photos are included; Each image is mounted to the black scrapbook page Image/Sheet of Smallest: 2.5" H x 3.5" W (or reverse); Image/Sheet of Largest: 3.5" H x 5.5" W Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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An American Abroad Moran’s is pleased to announce the sale of the Frederick W. Davis and Dr. Amy Conger collections—an unparalleled convergence of artistry and scholarly eminence. Davis, a cultural luminary whose passions spanned Mexican and American fine art. This collection boasts personalized works by renowned artists such as Rufino Tamayo, René d'Harnoncourt, Miguel & Rosa Covarrubias, Valentin Vidaurreta, and Jose Clemente Orozco. Alongside fine art, discover an exquisite array of folk art, religious items, silver, and jewelry, reflecting Davis's diverse interests and global connections. Dr. Amy Conger's collection offers rare glimpses into the world of photographer Edward Weston alongside...

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1001 A Scrapbook Page Including Images Of Edward Weston, Tina Modotti, Monna Alfau A scrapbook page including 12 images (each side of the scrapbook with 6 images); With three candid images that include: Edward Weston, Tina Modotti, Monna Alfau, Felipe Teixidor, Pepe, Manuel Hernandez Galvan, and Rafael Sala, from an unknown photographer; other various figures and landscape photos are included; Each image is mounted to the black scrapbook page Image/Sheet of Smallest: 2.5" H x 3.5" W (or reverse); Image/Sheet of Largest: 3.5" H x 5.5" W Estimate: $800 - $1,200
1001 A Scrapbook Page Including Images Of Edward Weston, Tina Modotti, Monna Alfau A scrapbook page including 12 images (each side of the scrapbook with 6 images); With three candid images that include: Edward Weston, Tina Modotti, Monna Alfau, Felipe Teixidor, Pepe, Manuel Hernandez Galvan, and Rafael Sala, from an unknown photographer; other various figures and landscape photos are included; Each image is mounted to the black scrapbook page Image/Sheet of Smallest: 2.5" H x 3.5" W (or reverse); Image/Sheet of Largest: 3.5" H x 5.5" W Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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1002 Edward Weston 1886-1958 "Plaza Tepotzotlán" [With People, Horizontal], 1924 Gelatin silver print on paper Inscribed verso by Felipe Teixidor, "Tepotzotlan / La plaza del pueblo," in India ink, and in blue ballpoint pen by Mona Teixidor, "Edward Weston." The number 48 is written upper right verso in an unknown hand Image/Sheet: 3" H x 4" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
1002 Edward Weston 1886-1958 "Plaza Tepotzotlán" [With People, Horizontal], 1924 Gelatin silver print on paper Inscribed verso by Felipe Teixidor, "Tepotzotlan / La plaza del pueblo," in India ink, and in blue ballpoint pen by Mona Teixidor, "Edward Weston." The number 48 is written upper right verso in an unknown hand Image/Sheet: 3" H x 4" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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1003 Edward Weston 1886-1958 "Chandler In Mexican Costume," 1924 Gelatin silver print on paper Appears unsigned Image/Sheet: 3.875" H x 2.875" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
1003 Edward Weston 1886-1958 "Chandler In Mexican Costume," 1924 Gelatin silver print on paper Appears unsigned Image/Sheet: 3.875" H x 2.875" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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1004 Edward Weston 1886-1958 "Monna Alfau Laughing," 1924 Silver gelatin on paper Unsigned; printed later Image/Sheet: 4" H x 3" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
1004 Edward Weston 1886-1958 "Monna Alfau Laughing," 1924 Silver gelatin on paper Unsigned; printed later Image/Sheet: 4" H x 3" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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1005 Edward Weston 1886-1958 Enrique (Enrica) Jackson Palladium print on thin board mount Signed in ink lower right: Weston Image: 6.625" H x 4.875" W; Mount: 13.75" H x 8.75" W Estimate: $700 - $900
1005 Edward Weston 1886-1958 Enrique (Enrica) Jackson Palladium print on thin board mount Signed in ink lower right: Weston Image: 6.625" H x 4.875" W; Mount: 13.75" H x 8.75" W Estimate: $700 - $900
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1006 Edward Weston 1886-1958 Ristra, Circa 1930 Gelatin silver print on paper From edition of unknown size; printed later, circa 1950 Unsigned Image: 9.5" H x 5.125" W; Mount: 18" H x 14" W Estimate: $800 - $1,200
1006 Edward Weston 1886-1958 Ristra, Circa 1930 Gelatin silver print on paper From edition of unknown size; printed later, circa 1950 Unsigned Image: 9.5" H x 5.125" W; Mount: 18" H x 14" W Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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1007 Brett Weston 1911-1993 "Dad," 1940 Gelatin silver print on paper Unsigned; titled and inscribed in pencil, possibly in another hand, on the sheet, verso: by Dody / & one of kids Image/Sheet: 5.125" H x 4.125" W Estimate: $400 - $600
1007 Brett Weston 1911-1993 "Dad," 1940 Gelatin silver print on paper Unsigned; titled and inscribed in pencil, possibly in another hand, on the sheet, verso: by Dody / & one of kids Image/Sheet: 5.125" H x 4.125" W Estimate: $400 - $600
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1008 Kim Weston b. 1939 "EW Desk," 2001 Gelatin silver print on paper mounted to a board mount Signed, titled, and dated in pencil on the mount and directly below the image: Kim Weston; inscribed to board verso: To Amy / all the best / Love K Image/Sheet: 9.75" H x 7.75" W; Mount: 16" H x 14" W Estimate: $300 - $500
1008 Kim Weston b. 1939 "EW Desk," 2001 Gelatin silver print on paper mounted to a board mount Signed, titled, and dated in pencil on the mount and directly below the image: Kim Weston; inscribed to board verso: To Amy / all the best / Love K Image/Sheet: 9.75" H x 7.75" W; Mount: 16" H x 14" W Estimate: $300 - $500
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1009 Imogen Cunningham 1883-1976 "Magnolia Blossom (Tower Of Jewels)," 1925 Estate print mounted to a board mount Unsigned; with the Imogen Cunningham Trust printers mark on the mount, lower right; titled and dated on the Imogen Cunningham Trust label affixed to the mount, verso Image/Sheet: 9.5" H x 7.25" W; Mount: 14.5" H x 11.5" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
1009 Imogen Cunningham 1883-1976 "Magnolia Blossom (Tower Of Jewels)," 1925 Estate print mounted to a board mount Unsigned; with the Imogen Cunningham Trust printers mark on the mount, lower right; titled and dated on the Imogen Cunningham Trust label affixed to the mount, verso Image/Sheet: 9.5" H x 7.25" W; Mount: 14.5" H x 11.5" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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1010 Imogen Cunningham 1883-1976 "Morris Graves In His Leek Garden," 1973 Gelatin silver print on paper mounted to a board mount Signed and dated in pencil on the mount below the image, at left: Imogen Cunningham; titled and dated again on the artist's label affixed to the mount, verso Image: 9.75" H x 7.375" W; Mount: 14.5" H x 11.5" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
1010 Imogen Cunningham 1883-1976 "Morris Graves In His Leek Garden," 1973 Gelatin silver print on paper mounted to a board mount Signed and dated in pencil on the mount below the image, at left: Imogen Cunningham; titled and dated again on the artist's label affixed to the mount, verso Image: 9.75" H x 7.375" W; Mount: 14.5" H x 11.5" W Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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1011 A Group Of Vintage Black And White Portraits And Collector Cards A large collection of nine Mexican, French, and American photographs, two postcards with glitter embellishments, and two actress cards; Each unsigned, some with inscriptions Largest: 13" H x 9.25" W; Smallest: 6.625" H x 4.25" W Estimate: $400 - $600
1011 A Group Of Vintage Black And White Portraits And Collector Cards A large collection of nine Mexican, French, and American photographs, two postcards with glitter embellishments, and two actress cards; Each unsigned, some with inscriptions Largest: 13" H x 9.25" W; Smallest: 6.625" H x 4.25" W Estimate: $400 - $600
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1012 Paul Strand 1890-1976 "Woman And Baby, Hidalgo" From The "Mexican Portfolio," 1933 Photogravure on paper Appears unsigned Sight: 5" H x 6.5" W Estimate: $300 - $500
1012 Paul Strand 1890-1976 "Woman And Baby, Hidalgo" From The "Mexican Portfolio," 1933 Photogravure on paper Appears unsigned Sight: 5" H x 6.5" W Estimate: $300 - $500
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