Various Photographers (20th Century). Group of 26 contact sheets of Bettie Page, circa 1950s. Gelatin silver contact pri... (Total: 26 )

Description

Various Photographers (20th Century)
Group of 26 contact sheets of Bettie Page, circa 1950s
Gelatin silver contact prints, printed 1980s
10 x 8 inches (25.4 x 20.3 cm) (sheets)
Inscribed in ink by Eric Kroll, verso.

This lot features a very rare grouping of contact sheets from original camera club negatives that were created by Eric Kroll during the 1980s revitalization of interest in the iconic model Bettie Page. A very unusual grouping with sultry allure and an intriguing piece of Bettie Page history. This lot contains one gelatin silver contact print by Henry Forrest.


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