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Drunk Tank

Weegee (American, 1899–1968) · 1950s

$3,750 price realized incl. premium

≈ £3,061≈ €3,441

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Medium
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As published: “Gelatin silver print”
Category
Photographs
Dimensions
5 7/8 x 7 5/8 in. (14.9 x 19.4 cm)
Auction house
Phillips
Sale
Photographs (NY040319)
Date
October 1, 2019
Location
New York
Lot
141
Estimate
$3,000 – $5,000 (≈ £2,449 – £4,081) (≈ €2,753 – €4,588)
Source
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Retrieved Sep 26, 2026

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