W. Smith

Lot 73373

Insane Stockade, Africa, 1954

Gelatin silver print
14,3 x20,0in

Estimate: US$ 2,000 - 3,000

€ 1,700 - 2,600

Auction: 2 days

As of Sep 03, 2026

Essay
Condition

W. Eugene Smith (American, 1918-1978) Insane Stockade, Africa (from A Man of Mercy), 1954 Gelatin silver print, printed later 14-1/4 x 20 inches (36.2 x 50.8 cm) (image) 20 x 24 inches (sheet) Photographer's stamp, verso. HID12401132022 © 2026 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

Overall good condition. Undulations throughout sheet. Some hard creasing in the corners and crescent handling creasing the image visible in raking light. Edge chipping and bumps to the corners. Sheet is loose, not framed.