Peter Beard

2 unique large-format Polaroid Polacolor prints, comprising Maureen Gallagher and Friend and Untitled Diary Page, the first signed and inscribed by the photographer and signed by Maureen Gallagher in red ink in the margin, mounted, each framed, 1990s (2)

These unique large-format color Polaroid prints are in generally very good condition. Untitled Diary Page - The colors appear somewhat muted and have faded to a slight degree, as evident by a border of saturation where the print was covered by a mat. There is a one-inch crease that appears to break the emulsion near the upper image edge. There is a pen-point-sized disruption in the upper left quadrant. The reverse of the print is attached to a mat with masking tape at its periphery. Maureen Gallagher and Friend - The colors appear relatively saturated, but may have faded slightly. The margin is inscribed in red ink, 'To PR and Sandy - March 31, 1995 (amanon's B-Day!) - inestimable as ever for the day - Peter B.' The inscriptions are somewhat faded. There is a one-inch tear in the left margin that likely occurred prior to dry-mounting. There are 2 tack-holes in the upper margin corners. A mat is affixed to the mount at the left and right edges.
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