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255 - Joe MacInnis (Canadian, b. 1937). Color photographic print on paper, documentation of the first manned dive to the HMS Breadalbane in the Northwest Passage, May 1983. The lower margin features a handwritten inscription in black ink reading: "First dive to the Breadalbane Northwest Passage - May, 1983", "For Peter and Wendy, with best wishes and admiration." Signed Joe MacInnis at the lower right. 16" H x 22" W.
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Joe MacInnis (Canadian, b. 1937). Color photographic print on paper, documentation of the first manned dive to the HMS Breadalbane in the Northwest Passage, May 1983. The lower margin features a handwritten inscription in black ink reading: "First dive to the Breadalbane Northwest Passage - May, 1983", "For Peter and Wendy, with best wishes and admiration." Signed Joe MacInnis at the lower right. 16" H x 22" W. A personal note from Wendy Benchley: “Joe MacInnis was a friend, and Peter greatly admired him.” From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: The print is in good overall condition with some minor handling wear and slight waving to the paper across the center. The lower left corner has a small surface crease. No tears or stains are visible. The reverse is clean and blank. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.
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