Weegee (Arthur Fellig) (1899-1968)

4 silver prints, each bearing on the reverse a Weegee address stamp in ink.

Wilma Wilcox to the present owners

Prints creased, their surfaces marked and the emulsion broken in various places, all entirely consistent with Weegee prints as they are customarily seen. The stamp is the same on the reverse of each : 'Arthur [Weegee] Fellig, 6526 Selma Ave, Hollywood 28, California'. The reverse sides also plainly show the marks of adhesive previously used to fix these prints to a support.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Dorothy Hart was the star of Jules Dassin's 1948 film noir Naked City, whose title, subject matter and manner were all either directly taken from Weegee or inspired by him. Weegee worked on the film and seems thoroughly to have enjoyed his brush with Hollywood.