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David R. Scott: An original NASA colour offset photograph of the Hadley Delta on the Moon's Near Side as seen from the lunar landing module of the Apollo 15 Mission on August 1st. 1971. Back with describing text. Photo size 20×25.5 cm. Frame size 33×43 cm.

The Apollo 15 astronauts David Scott (Captain) (b. 1932), Alfred Worden (1932–2020) and James Irwin (1930–1991) were launched from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on July 26th. 1971 and returned unharmed to Earth on August 7th. David Scott and James Irwin spent a total of 66 hours, 54 minutes and 54 seconds on the Moon, whereas Alfred Worden during the entire voyage remained in lunar orbit.

Apollo 15 was the ninth manned mission within the Apollo Program and the fourth Moon landing. This was the first mission in which a lunar rover was used.

Condition

This is an original NASA colour offset photograph from 1971, which has a slightly discoloured back. No further remarks.

Auction

Art, antiques & collector's items, 1 April 2021

Category

Photos ▸ Vintage photographs

Estimate

1,000 DKK

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4,200 DKK  

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