06-23-201206-23-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2603BBoston
June 23, 2012 10:00 AMCalender
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Christopher P. James (American, b. 1947) Four Works: Glass Ceiling #9

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$356$300
Auction: 20th Century Design - 2603BLocation: BostonDate / Time: June 23, 2012 10:00AM

Description:

Christopher P. James (American, b. 1947)

Four Works: Glass Ceiling #9, 1977; Union Boat Club, Boston, 1981;Carpet, 1977; and Chair/Shadow #2, 1977. Each titled, dated, and signed "...Christopher James" l.l. and l.r. in pencil on the mat, three identified on labels affixed to the paper backing. Hand-enameled gelatin silver prints, sight sizes to 5 1/4 x 9 in., each framed.
Condition: Not examined out of frames.

Note: James is best known for his alternative photography process images. He earned degrees at the Massachusetts College of Art and the Rhode Island School of Design. He was a professor at Harvard University from 1978 through 1991 and is currently professor and Chair of Photography at The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University.
Estimate $700-900

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