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  • Doyle, Nov. 5: The Director's copy of the first edition of Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot, inscribed by Beckett. $7,000 to $10,000.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: Don McLean's personal test pressing of American Pie before mass production, gifted in 1971. $8,000 to $12,000.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: The important and extensive archive of original fashion photographs of model Dorothy Rice, 1945-58. $20,000 to $30,000.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: A Charles Adams theater advertisement. $8,000 to $12,000.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: A Small Patinated Bronze Bust of Marlene Dietrich. $800 to $1,200.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: Marlene Dietrich Studio Photograph. $100 to $200.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: The very large and uncommon British Quad for Hitchcock's The Birds. $500 to $800.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: An Original Crystal "Sputnik" from the 1966 Met Opera Chandelier. $3,000 to $5,000.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: The rare poster from the first American performances of Endgame, 1958. $1,000 to $1,500.
    Doyle, Nov. 5: The original Coconut Grove Playhouse poster for Waiting for Godot, possibly unique. $3,000 to $5,000.
  • Doyle
    Rare Books, Autographs & Maps
    November 25
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  • Sotheby's
    Fine Books, Manuscripts & More
    Available for Immediate Purchase
    Sotheby’s: William Shakespeare. The Temple Shakespeare. Housed in Custom Bookcase. $6,365.
    Sotheby’s: Frederick Douglass. Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, Boston: Anti-Slavery Office, 1845. $14,000.
    Sotheby’s: Charles Dickens. A Christmas Carol. London: William Heinemann, 1915. $2,900.
    Sotheby’s: F. Scott Fitzgerald. First Edition Set, Including This Side of Paradise, The Great Gatsby, and others. Charles Scribner's Sons. 1920 – 1941. $24,180.
    Sotheby’s: Lewis Carroll [Charles Lutwidge Dodgson], John Tenniel. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland First Edition. Macmillan & Co., 1866. $15,000.
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Heritage Auctions: Depth of Field: Photographs Showcase Auction

Auction Reports

Auction Name Depth of Field: Photographs Showcase Auction Total Sales (USD) 107,007.75
Auction Date October 08, 2025 - October 08, 2025 Low Estimate of Lots Sold (USD) 138,650.00
Sale Number #14229 High Estimate of Lots Sold (USD) 204,950.00
Total Lots 210
Sold Lots 186 Low Estimate of All Lots (USD) 153,250.00
% of Lots Sold 88.57% High Estimate of All Lots (USD) 226,850.00
Unsold Lots 24 Total Sales as a % of High Est. 47.17%

Top twenty-five by sale price

Lot Number Author Name Book Title Year Published Estimate Actual Price
39065 Eliot Furness Porter (American, 1901-1990)

Eliot Furness Porter (American, 1901-1990) Hepaticas, Near Sheffield, Massachusetts, 1957

1957 USD 600.00 - 800.00 USD 3,750.00
39137 E.J. Bellocq (American, 1873-1940)

E.J. Bellocq (American, 1873-1940) Nude on Wicker Chaise, 1911

1911, printed later USD 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 USD 3,500.00
39192 Zhang Dali (Chinese, b. 1963)

Zhang Dali (Chinese, b. 1963) 125A, 1998

1998 USD 600.00 - 800.00 USD 3,250.00
39129 Edward Weston (American, 1886-1958)

Edward Weston (American, 1886-1958) Nude, 1936

1936, printed later USD 4,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD 2,750.00
39006 Lotte Jacobi (American, 1896-1990)

Lotte Jacobi (American, 1896-1990) New York City Skyline, circa 1920s

circa 1920s USD 400.00 - 600.00 USD 2,625.00
39057 Paul Caponigro (American, 1932-2024)

Paul Caponigro (American, 1932-2024) Two Pears, Cushing, Maine, 1999

1999 USD 600.00 - 800.00 USD 2,125.00
39027 Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984)

Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Half Dome, Merced River, Winter, Yosemite National Park, California, 1938

1938, printed circa 1973 USD 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD 1,875.00
39036 Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993)

Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993) White Sands, New Mexico, 1947

1947 USD 800.00 - 1,200.00 USD 1,875.00
39049 Paul Caponigro (American, 1932-2024)

Paul Caponigro (American, 1932-2024) Clouds and Sun, 1959

1959 USD 700.00 - 1,000.00 USD 1,875.00
39113 Art Zelin (American, 1941-2016)

Art Zelin (American, 1941-2016) David Bowie at The Carlyle, New York, 1982

1982 USD 2,500.00 - 3,500.00 USD 1,875.00
39115 Alex Prager (American, 1979)

Alex Prager (American, 1979) Francine from Elton John AIDS Foundation Photography Portfolio, 2011

2011 USD 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD 1,625.00
39017 Horace Bristol (American, 1909-1997)

Horace Bristol (American, 1909-1997) Invasion of North Africa (2 works), 1942

1942 USD 1,500.00 - 2,000.00 USD 1,500.00
39033 Paul Caponigro (American, 1932-2024)

Paul Caponigro (American, 1932-2024) Pebbles and Rocks, 1958

1958 USD 700.00 - 1,000.00 USD 1,500.00
39178 Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993)

Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993) Screen Reflection, 1955

1955 USD 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD 1,500.00
39021 Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993)

Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993) Oasis, Hawai'i, 1978

1978 USD 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD 1,375.00
39028 Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984)

Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Moonrise from Glacier Point, Yosemite National Park, California, 1959

1959, printed 1973-1974 USD 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 USD 1,312.50
39133 Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993)

Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993) Nude, 1975

1975 USD 700.00 - 1,000.00 USD 1,250.00
39025 Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984)

Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Moon and Half Dome, 1960

1960, printed later USD 800.00 - 1,200.00 USD 1,187.50
39039 Morley Baer (American, 1916-1995)

Morley Baer (American, 1916-1995) Ranch Road, Paso Robles, 1976

1976 USD 600.00 - 800.00 USD 1,187.50
39048 Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984)

Ansel Adams (American, 1902-1984) Unicorn Peak and Thunderclouds, circa 196

circa 196, printed 1973-1974 USD 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 USD 1,125.00
39088 Keith Carter (American, 1948)

Keith Carter (American, 1948) Bridge of Sighs, Venice, 1997

1997 USD 600.00 - 800.00 USD 1,125.00
39061 Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993)

Brett Weston (American, 1911-1993) Agave Leaves, 1967

1967 USD 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD 1,062.50
39160 Duane Michals (American, b. 1932)

Duane Michals (American, b. 1932) A Tribute to Cavafy (complete with 5 works), 2003

2003, printed USD 800.00 - 1,200.00 USD 1,062.50
39034 John Sexton (American, b. 1953)

John Sexton (American, b. 1953) Sandstone Forms, Antelope Canyon, Arizona, 1997

1997, printed 2007 USD 500.00 - 700.00 USD 1,031.25
39159 David Seidner (American, 1957-1999)

David Seidner (American, 1957-1999) Yves Saint Laurent, 1983

1983 USD 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD 1,000.00
  • Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Presentation Copy of a Whitman "Holy Grail." Whitman, Walt. $10,000-$15,000.
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Endymion in Original Boards. Keats, John. $8,000-
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Association Copy of the Privately Printed Edition of The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Potter, Beatrix. $8,000-$12,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Christina Rossetti's Own Copy of Her First Book. Rossetti, Christina G. $8,000-$12,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: The Borden Copy of The Life of Merlin in an Elaborate Binding by Riviere. Heywood, Thomas, Translator. $6,000-$8,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Arion Press. Whitman, Walt, Leaves of Grass. $4,000-$6,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Call It Sleep in the First State Jacket. Roth, Henry. $2,000-$3,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Steinbeck's Best-Known Work. Steinbeck, John. $2,000-$3,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: A Fine Jewelled Binding Signed by Sangorski & Sutcliffe. Sangorski, Francis. $40,000-$60,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: The Complete Tales of Beatrix Potter: A Complete Set of First Editions. Potter, Beatrix. $2,000-$3,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Kelmscott Shelley. Shelley, Percy Bysshe. The Poetical Works. $3,000-$5,000
    Bonhams, Nov. 3-13: Inscribed by Martin Luther King Jr. King, Martin Luther, Jr. $3,000-$5,000
  • Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 75. The Second Printed Map of the North American Continent - Full Contemporary Color (1593) Est. $35,000 - $40,000
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 37. Schedel's Ancient World Map with Fantastic Humanoid Creatures (1493) Est. $16,000 - $18,000
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 104. Important Revolutionary War Plan of Battle of Quebec in Contemporary Color (1776) Est. $4,000 - $4,750
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 43. Mercator's Map of the North Pole - the First Printed Map Devoted to the Arctic (1606) Est. $2,750 - $3,500
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 237. Rare and Striking Bird's-Eye View of Lawrence, Kansas (1880) Est. $2,000 - $2,500
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 10. Rare Map from Atlas Maior with Representations of the Seasons in Contemporary Color (1662) Est. $14,000 - $17,000
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 374. Bunting's Map of Europe Depicted as the Queen of the World (1589) Est. $2,000 - $2,400
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 590. Willem Blaeu's Magnificent Carte-a-Figures Map of Asia (1634) Est. $2,750 - $3,500
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 647. The Earliest and Most Decorative Map of the East Coast of Africa (1596) Est. $3,000 - $3,750
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 710. Ruscelli's Complete, Third Edition Atlas with 65 Maps (1574) Est. $9,500 - $11,000
    Old World Auctions (Nov 12):
    Lot 696. Superb Hand-Colored Image of the Adoration of the Shepherds (1502) Est. $800 - $950
  • University Archives
    Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books
    Now through Nov. 19
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 308 - Bob Dylan Handwritten & Signed Lyrics to "Just Like a Woman" With Jeff Rosen & JSA Authentication
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 455 - Isaac Newton Admiration For Judaism & Moral Continuity With Christianity! 350+ Words in his Hand - Extraordinary Content!
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 219 - 371g Moon Meteorite, Incredible Find - Laâyoune 002
    University Archives
    Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books
    Now through Nov. 19
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 448 - Scarce Einstein AM on Unified Field Theory, 180+ Words & 11 Equations in His Hand! From His Published Article, "A Generalization of the Relativistic Theory of Gravitation"
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 159 - Woodrow Wilson Baseball Signed for WWI Red Cross Fundraiser, Ex. Forbes & PSA Authentic - Finest Known!
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 84 - Lee Harvey Oswald ALS to Brother, Trying Desperately to Get out of Russia! Highly Important
    University Archives
    Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books
    Now through Nov. 19
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 152 - George Washington Signed Discharge for MA Solider Whose Regiment Was at Bunker Hill!
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 88 - Abraham Lincoln Fully Signed Military Appointment for Mexican War Vet & Respected Cavalryman
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 188 - Apollo XI Astronauts & Their Wives Signed Photo, Plus Crew Signed Cover, From Apollo XI Presidential Goodwill Tour Era, Pre-Cert Zarelli
    University Archives
    Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books
    Now through Nov. 19
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 265 - Martin Luther King, Jr. TLS Re: "Stride Toward Freedom" Film Rights To Literary Agent Marie Rodell
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 324 - John Lennon Signed Apple Records Check, PSA GEM MT 10! Possibly Finest Known
    University Archives, Nov. 19:
    Lot 79 - John & Jacqueline Kennedy Signed WH 1963 Christmas Gift Inscribed to Close Friend Joan Braden, PSA Authentic
  • Dominic Winter
    Printed Books & Maps, Geology & Charles Darwin
    5th November, 2025
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Darwin (Charles). Geological Observations on the Volcanic Islands, 1st edition, 1844. £4,000 to £6,000.
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Rashleigh (Philip). Specimens of British Minerals, 2 parts in 1, 1797 & 1802. £3,000 to £5,000.
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Murchison (Roderick Impey). The Silurian System, 1st edition, 1839. £3,000 to £5,000.
    Dominic Winter
    Printed Books & Maps, Geology & Charles Darwin
    5th November, 2025
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Darwin (Charles). The Structure and Distribution of Coral Reefs, 1st edition, 1842. £3,000 to £5,000.
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Darwin (Charles). Geological Observations on South America, 1st edition, 1846. £3,000 to £5,000.
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Sowerby (James). The Mineral Conchology of Great Britain, 6 volumes, 1812-29. £2,000 to £3,000.
    Dominic Winter
    Printed Books & Maps, Geology & Charles Darwin
    5th November, 2025
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Emerson (William). Cyclomathesis: or an Easy Introduction to ... Mathematics, 10 vols. in 9, 1770. £1,500 to £2,000.
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Robinson (Thomas). New observations on the Natural History of This World of Matter, 1696. £800 to £1,200.
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Aquinas (Thomas). [Summa Theologica], Secunda Parte, Venice, 1496. £700 to £1,000.
    Dominic Winter
    Printed Books & Maps, Geology & Charles Darwin
    5th November, 2025
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Parfit (Cliff). Tesuki Washi. Handmade Papers of Japan, 1981-1988. £400 to £600.
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Herbert (Thomas). A Relation of some yeares Travaile... Into Afrique and the greater Asia, 1634. £800 to £1,200.
    Dominic Winter, Nov. 5: Lindbergh (Charles A.). The Spirit of St. Louis, 1955, signed. £200 to £300.
  • Swann
    Autographs
    November 6, 2025
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 93: Autograph album containing 29 autograph letters signed by each president from Washington to Coolidge, 1785-1945.
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 166: Franz Schubert, Autograph Musical Manuscript, fragment from Die Taucher, 1813.
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 111: Thomas Jefferson, holograph plat drawing: map of field near Monticello, 1790s.
    Swann
    Autographs
    November 6, 2025
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 208: George Sand, Autograph Manuscript Signed, draft of her one-act play, Francia, ca. 1872.
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 218: Walt Whitman, Manuscript Signed, draft of three complete poems from Leaves of Grass, 1891.
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 8: James Dean, Photograph Signed and Inscribed, still from Giant, 1955.
    Swann
    Autographs
    November 6, 2025
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 20: John Lennon, Typescript Signed, interview discussing Paul, Linda, and Yoko, 1971.
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 215: Mark Twain, engraved portrait Signed, "Mark Twain / SL. Clemens," 1890s.
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 81: Vaslav Nijinsky, reproduction of an artwork by Léon Bakst Inscribed and Signed, 1916.
    Swann
    Autographs
    November 6, 2025
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 73: Malcolm X, The Harvard Crimson Signed and Inscribed: his street address and phone number, 1961.
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 11: Lou Gehrig, Photograph Signed and Inscribed, ca. 1939.
    Swann, Nov. 6: Lot 153: George Gershwin, Photograph Signed and Inscribed, portrait by Renato Toppo.