Memphis by William Eggleston, 1969-1970, Dye transfer print, printed 1970s, sold Oct 2015

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William Eggleston (American, b. 1939) · 1969-1970

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Medium: Photograph · Photography all photograph results →
As published: “Dye transfer print, printed 1970s”
Signed / inscribed: Signed in pencil on the verso
Category: Design (named designers)
Dimensions: 12 x 17 1/8 in. (30.5 x 43.5 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Innovators of Photography: A Private East Coast Collection (NY040315)
Date: October 8, 2015
Location: New York
Lot: 21
Estimate: $250,000 – $350,000 (≈ £163,634 – £229,088) (≈ €222,143 – €311,001)
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