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William Anders
[Apollo 8] THE DISK OF EARTH SEEN BY HUMANS FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME, December 1968
Vintage chromogenic print
20.3 x 25.4 cm. (8 x 10 in.)
80mm
14-2588
-46%
below mid-estimate
Sale Date
Apr 14, 2025 - Apr 28, 2025
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