- Description
This original vintage Silver Gelatin Print by Weegee is believed to be part of his collection of “Drunk Tank” photographs. Now replaced by “sobering rooms,” drunk tanks were used throughout the United States in the 20th-century for intoxicated incarcerated men. These jail cells are now considered inhumane, as a history of suicide and health issues were associated with them. This print, taken on 120 film, shows men sleeping on the floor fully dressed, with two of the men appearing twice through a subtle and artful photo montage. There is a small tear in the top right corner and the bottom has two small creases. These do not affect the printed area.
The back of this print has an original stamp of the following:
"Arthur (Weegee) Fellig
6516 Selma Avenue
Hollywood 28, California"
The paper measures approximately 8” inches (wide) x 10” inches (high). The print measures approximately 7” inches (wide) x 3.5” inches (high).
Arthur Fellig (1899-1968), known better by his pseudonym “Weegee,” was a renowned photojournalist, first known for his photos of gangs, crime scenes, and NYC street life. While taking crime photographs in NYC, Fellig claimed to have psychic powers and took up the name “Weegee,” as a phonetic equivalent of “Ouija.” By sleeping fully clothes with a police radio by his side, Weegee was able to be among the first to arrive at crime scenes. With his camera, typewriter, and darkroom equipment in the trunk of his car, he was able to produce photos nearly instantaneously, earning him a top spot as an investigative photographer. Later, he moved to Hollywood as a consultant and actor, and further established himself as one of the first tabloid photographers through his photography of celebrities, whom he often distorted through prisms. His works still resonates with many and varied audiences and can be found in major contemporary art museums throughout the world.
This item will ship exactly as photographed in Very Fine Overall Condition. There is a small tear in the top right corner and the bottom has two small creases. These do not affect the printed area. also comes with:
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This piece can be viewed at our brand new gallery APR57 at 200 W 57th Street, New York, NY 10019. We ship anywhere around the world!
Appraisal Value: $20,000.00
Our Price: $9,900.00
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Specifications of Piece |
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Artist: |
WeeGee – Arthur Fellig |
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Title: |
Drunk Tank |
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Medium: |
Silver Gelatin Print |
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Year / Circa: |
1950s |
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Paper Size: |
8” inches (wide) x 10” inches (high) |
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Print Size: |
6” inches (wide) x 5” inches (high) |
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Stamp: |
On the Back: Hollywood 28, California” |
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Condition: |
Very Fine Overall Condition |
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Appraisal Value: |
$20,000.00 |
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