Alan Shepard (American, 1923-1998)
The Lunar Module Antares reflects a circular flare, EVA 1, Apollo 14, February 1971. Numbered 'NASA G-71-3276 14' in black on the recto l.l. margin, NASA Goddard caption on a separate sheet. Vintage chromogenic print on fiber-based GAF paper with a "GAF" watermark on the verso, image size 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (18.9 x 24.0 cm), unmatted.
Condition: Pinpoint fox marks on the verso.

N.B. "Unfiltered by any atmosphere, the Sun as seen from the lunar surface is more brilliant than on Earth" (Light, caption 46). The unusual ball of light was said by astronauts to have a jewel-like appearance (NASA caption). The NASA negative number is AS14-66-9306.

Literature: Chaikin, Space, p. 115; Hope, p. 19; Light, plate 51.
Estimate $400-600


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