large-format chromogenic print, flush-mounted, signed and dated in pencil on the reverse, framed, Hoffman Borman Gallery, Santa Monica, and The Harcus Gallery, Boston, labels on the reverse, 1986, no. one in an edition of 6 (Whitney, pl. 112)

Acquired from the photographer, circa 1986

This print is in generally good condition. The colors have faded slightly and shifted toward blue. This is most apparent in the foliage in the lower portion of the image and in Sherman's skin tone. When examined in raking light, glossy deposits and small impressions are visible overall. When examined unframed, there are a few minor losses of emulsion at the extreme edges where the print rubbed against the frame. This is not visible when it is in its framed presentation.
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