Arctic Explorers and Mountaineers, Autograph Group - Capsule Auctions

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Lot 262

Arctic Explorers and Mountaineers, Autograph Group

Estimate: $300 - $500

Price Realized: $4,096
Includes buyer's premium

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About this Lot

Description

Comprising sketch of Mount Everest drawn and signed by Sir Edmund Hillary, several letters/autographs including ones signed by Sir John Franklin, Sir Hubert Wilkins, Robert E. Peary, V. E. Fuchs, Sir John Barrow, Donald Macmillan, William Parry, Richard E. Byrd, and other famous explorers and mountaineers

Provenance: From an Upper East Side Collection
Everest drawing accompanied by Certificate of Authenticity from Gerald Watt, Midwest Regional Director Universal Autograph
Sir John Franklin signature accompanied by Bill of Sale from Michael A. West
Condition: in overall good condition, some with toning and minor losses, others with fold creases and some very minor losses

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Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.