Fantastic matte-finish 17.75 x 13.5 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mr. and Mrs. J. Henry Colon, With all good wishes, R. E. Byrd, Dec. 25, 1931.” Also faintly signed in the lower right by the photographer, “A. C. McKinley.” A tag affixed to the reverse reads, “Mountains to East of South Pole Flight, No. 29, Copyright B. A. E.” In very good condition, with horizontal fold passing through the center, a few noticeable surface impressions, and slightly trimmed edges; overall the image remains very visually appealing. Also accompanied by two unsigned oversized vintage photos of the South Pole expedition. This marvelous photograph shows the desolate Antarctic landscape that Byrd faced during his first expedition, captured by McKinley during the famous 1929 flight that made them the first men to fly over the South Pole. Stunning in size and subject, it is a choice Byrd piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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