179-a - A collection of 13 original production and behind-the-scenes color photographs documenting the 1996 NBC miniseries The Beast and the 1997-1998 television series Peter Benchley's Amazon. Five photographs pertain to The Beast, featuring shots of a creature suit and actress Kim Cattrall on set. One of these includes an original blue ink inscription and signature on the front reading "To PETER MY THANKS FOR YOUR MIND AND YOUR INSPIRATION WITH GREAT ADMIRATION STAN WINSTON." The remaining eight photographs are from the Amazon television series, including promotional cast portraits and candid shots of the production team in waders. Includes two manila folders labeled by Wendy Benchley "THE BEAST 1996" and "AMAZON TV SERIES 1997." Largest: 12" H x 8" W.

A collection of 13 original production and behind-the-scenes color photographs documenting the 1996 NBC miniseries The Beast and the 1997-1998 television series Peter Benchley's Amazon. Five photographs pertain to The Beast, featuring shots of a creature suit and actress Kim Cattrall on set. One of these includes an original blue ink inscription and signature on the front reading "To PETER MY THANKS FOR YOUR MIND AND YOUR INSPIRATION WITH GREAT ADMIRATION STAN WINSTON." The remaining eight photographs are from the Amazon television series, including promotional cast portraits and candid shots of the production team in waders. Includes two manila folders labeled by Wendy Benchley "THE BEAST 1996" and "AMAZON TV SERIES 1997." Largest: 12" H x 8" W. 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 photographs are in good to very good condition overall. There is a small area of surface residue or localized distress visible on the lower-left portion of the photograph depicting the hooded figure from Amazon. Minor handling wear and softening are present at some corners and edges consistent with production use. 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.