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YOUSUF KARSH (Canadian, 1908-2002)
Winston Churchill, 1941
Gelatin silver, printed later
19-1/2 x 15-3/4 inches (49.5 x 40.0 cm)
Signed in ink on the mount recto, 'Photo by Yousuf Karsh' stamp on the verso with 'Winston Churchill' in pencil in unidentified hand. This lot is accompanied by a copy of the May 21, 1945, original Life magazine where the image was featured on the cover.

PROVENANCE:
Private Collection, Dallas.


More information about YOUSUF KARSH. See also: Karsh, Yousuf, Yousuf Karsh Artist.

Condition Report*: Drymounted, matted, and framed with glass.  This lot is in excellent condition with very faint mat discoloration; 11682 notated in pencil on mount verso. Framed Dimensions 28 X 22 Inches
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Auction Info

Auction Dates
November, 2012
17th Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Nov 17, 2012 for: $5,937.50
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