Wilson Bentley Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Wilson Bentley Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 26, 2024
WILSON ALWYN BENTLEY (Vermont, 1865-1931), Three snow crystal studies, circa 1910., Silver print microphotographs from glass plate negatives, images 4" x 3". Framed 20" x 11.5".
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
WILSON ALWYN BENTLEY Vermont, 1865-1931 Three snow crystal studies, circa 1910. Each signed in ink. Notated "MBN" in pencil verso. Housed together in a custom mat and frame. Signed on reverse of each.
Eldred's
Jul. 12, 2024
Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley (VT 1865-1931)
Est: $200 - $400
Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley - Photographic Snowflake print issued by Jericho Historical Society - 850/1000 8 x 10" as framed.
Merrill's Auctioneers & Appraisers
Jun. 21, 2023
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Five gold chloride toned photomicrographs of snow crystals,
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Five gold chloride toned photomicrographs of snow crystals, about 1900. Printed from glass plate negatives, the largest approximately 4 x 3 inches (100 x 750 mm). Not signed or annotated, one with a presentation (not by the artist) on the verso. Generally near fine, some minor oxidation to dark areas of the prints; together with a photographic postcard of "Snowflake" Bentley with his camera and umbrella. Gelatin silver print. Unused, near fine. Bentley, shown in the postcard, was a Vermont farmer, who in 1885 became the first person to photograph a single snow crystal. He recorded about 5,000 in all, discovering in the process that no two are alike, possibly the first time that this observation had been made. To create the images, he used a microscope attached to a bellows camera. C
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Dec. 13, 2022
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Eight gold chloride toned photomicrographs of snow crystals,
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Eight gold chloride toned photomicrographs of snow crystals, about 1900. Printed from glass plate negatives, the largest approximately 4 x 3 inches (100 x 750 mm). One "Pedestal Snow Flake" signed, titled and with Bentley's Jericho Vt. location, all in pencil; two notated by Bentley with titles in pencil; the balance not signed or annotated. Generally near fine, some minor oxidation to dark areas of the prints. . Bentley was a Vermont farmer, who in 1885 became the first person to photograph a single snow crystal. He recorded about 5,000 in all, discovering in the process that no two are alike, possibly the first time that this observation had been made. To create the images, he used a microscope attached to a bellows camera. C
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Dec. 13, 2022
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Six microphotographic studies of dewdrops on plants, spiderwebs etc., about 1900.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Six microphotographic studies of dewdrops on plants, spiderwebs etc., about 1900. Gold chloride toned prints from glass plate negatives, the largest 3 x 4 inches (100 x 78 mm), all titled in pencil in Bentley's hand. Bentley was a Vermont farmer, who in 1885 became the first person to photograph a single snow crystal. He recorded about 5,000 in all, discovering in the process that no two are alike, possibly the first time that this observation had been made. To create the images, he used a microscope attached to a bellows camera. Using the same method he also investigated frost and dew, producing these exquisite images. These include dew on dandelion; on a shamrock; a fern; a spider web; a strawberry leaf; and on red top grass. C
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Oct. 20, 2022
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 10 vintage snow crystals.
Est: $5,000 - $7,500
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 10 vintage snow crystals. Silver microphotographs from glass plate negatives, each measuring approximately 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.) overall, and one smaller. Circa 1903-10
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Apr. 14, 2022
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 4 vintage frost studies.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 4 vintage frost studies. Silver microphotographs from glass plate negatives, each measuring approximately 3x4 inches (7.6x10.2 cm.). Circa 1903-10
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Feb. 10, 2022
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 4 vintage snow crystals, one of which is signed and inscribed.
Est: $3,000 - $4,500
"FROM THE SNOWFLAKE MAN" WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 4 vintage snow crystals, one of which is signed and inscribed. Silver microphotographs from glass plate negatives, each measuring approximately 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.) overall, one with Bentley's signature and inscription "Best wishes for Christmas from the Snow flake man," in pencil, on verso. Circa 1903-10
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Oct. 24, 2021
WILSON BENTLEY, EARLY PHOTOGRAPH OF SNOWFLAKE
Est: $600 - $800
Wilson Alwyn Bentley (American/Vermont, 1865-1931). "Snowflake", photomicrograph. Dated verso, framed. Note: Bentley perfected a process of catching snowflakes on frozen black velvet covered boards and then capturing their images using a camera attached to a microscope. Reverend Henry Crocker, an amateur scientist himself, helped Bentley with his work and submitted articles on the micrographs to various scientific publications, increasing Bentley's notoriety in his own lifetime. Provenance: Private collection, Wilmington, NC; Collection of Rev. Henry Crocker, by descent to his great grand-daughter. Approx. 10.5" x 10.5" (frame), 5" x 5" (sheet)
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Oct. 24, 2021
WILSON BENTLEY, EARLY PHOTOGRAPH OF SNOWFLAKE 1896
Est: $600 - $800
Wilson Alwyn Bentley (American/Vermont, 1865-1931). "Snowflake" -1896, photomicrograph. Dated verso, framed. Note: Bentley perfected a process of catching snowflakes on frozen black velvet covered boards and then capturing their images using a camera attached to a microscope. Reverend Henry Crocker, an amateur scientist himself, helped Bentley with his work and submitted articles on the micrographs to various scientific publications, increasing Bentley's notoriety in his own lifetime. Provenance: Private collection, Wilmington, NC; Collection of Rev. Henry Crocker, by descent to his great grand-daughter. Approx. 10.5" x 10.5" (frame), 5" x 5" (sheet)
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Oct. 21, 2021
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 4 vintage snow crystals.
Est: $3,000 - $4,500
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 4 vintage snow crystals. Silver microphotographs from glass plate negatives, each measuring approximately 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.) overall. Circa 1903-10
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May. 27, 2021
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 4 snow crystals.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 4 snow crystals. Silver prints, the images measuring 3 inches (7.6 cm.) in diameter, the sheets 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.), two with numeric notations, in pencil, on verso. Circa 1910
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Mar. 11, 2021
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of two snow crystals and a frost study.
Est: $3,000 - $4,500
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of two snow crystals and a frost study. Silver prints, 2 of the images measuring 3 inches (7.6 cm.) in diameter, the third 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.), each sheet 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). Circa 1910
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Dec. 17, 2020
Wilson Bentley, Snowflake, c. 1900
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Wilson Bentley, Snowflake, c. 1900, Vintage gelatin silver print, 3" x 4". Wilson Bentley was born on February 9, 1865 in the town of Jericho, Vermont, A farmer by trade, he attracted world attention with his pioneering work in the area of photomicrography. Most notable in his life long work with rain, dew and frost, was his extensive work with snowflakes. On January 15, 1885 he became the first person to photograph a single snow crystal. He would go on to photograph well over 5000 snow crystals (never finding two the same), and his documentation of this work advanced the study of meteorology in his time. His photomicrographs were acquired by institutes of higher learning all over the world and his writings on these subjects were published in many journals and magazines including Scientific American, National Geographic and The National Weather Service Research Journal. In November of 1931, his book “Snow Crystals” was published by McGraw/Hill and is still in print today. Shortly after, on December 23, 1931, Wilson Bentley died at the family farmhouse in Jericho where he lived his entire life. Because of his wonderful work with snow crystals, he became affectionately know as “Snowflake” Bentley. (SnowflakeBentley.com)
Keith Delellis Gallery LLC
Nov. 12, 2020
Wilson Bentley, Snowflake, c. 1900
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Wilson Bentley, Snowflake, c. 1900, Vintage gelatin silver print, 3" x 4". Matted.
Keith Delellis Gallery LLC
Oct. 22, 2020
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of four photographs, including two snowy landscapes, and two cloud studies.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of four photographs, including two snowy landscapes, and two cloud studies. Silver prints, the images measuring 3x4 inches (7.6x10.2 cm.). Circa 1915
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Oct. 22, 2020
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of three snow crystals.
Est: $3,000 - $4,500
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of three snow crystals. Silver prints, the images measuring 3 inches (7.6 cm.) in diameter, the sheets 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). Circa 1910
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Mar. 20, 2020
Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley (VT 1865-1931)
Est: $150 - $250
Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley (Vermont 1865-1931) Bentley Snowflake IX 327/400 limited edition print produced posthumously by Jericho Vermont Historical Society from Bentley's original negatives. Plate 3" diameter frame 10 x8"
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Feb. 25, 2020
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 4 photographs, comprising two snowy landscapes and a pair of cloud studies.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 4 photographs, comprising two snowy landscapes and a pair of cloud studies. Silver prints, the images measuring approximately 3x4 inches (7.6x10.1 cm.). Circa 1915
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Feb. 25, 2020
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 3 microphotographs depicting snowflakes.
Est: $3,000 - $4,500
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 3 microphotographs depicting snowflakes. Silver prints, the images measuring approximately 3x2 3/4 inches (7.6x7 cm.), the sheets 4x2 7/8 inches (10.1x7.4 cm.). Circa 1910
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Oct. 18, 2019
Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley (VT 1865-1931)
Est: $200 - $400
Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley (Vermont 1865-1931) Four Photographic prints reprinted for Jericho VT Historical Society.
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Oct. 17, 2019
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 5 photographs, comprising 3 double studies and 2 singles of crystalline snowflakes
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) A group of 5 photographs, comprising 3 double studies and 2 singles of crystalline snowflakes. Silver (4) and printing-out paper (one) prints, 2 of the images measuring 3 inches (7.6 cm.) in diameter, the sheets 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.), and 3 measuring 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). Circa 1910
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Sep. 11, 2019
WILSON A. BENTLEY, (AMERICAN, 1865–1931), TWO PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIES OF SNOW CRYSTALS
Est: $600 - $800
WILSON A. BENTLEY (american, 1865–1931) TWO PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIES OF SNOW CRYSTALS Ca. 1903-1910. Each mounted to an embossed board, with notes in pencil in an unknown hand on verso. Gold-toned gelatin silver prints. Images: approximately 2 7/8 x 3 in. (7.3 x 7.6cm) (oval) and 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 in. (6.7 x 5.4cm) (oval). Sheets: approximately 5 x 5 in. (12.7 x 12.7cm) each. Wilson A. Bentley was a pioneer of photomicrography, a process which allowed him to take photos of individual snowflakes. He photographed 5,000 snowflakes between 1885 and 1931, when he died from pneumonia he had contracted while walking through a blizzard.
Freeman's | Hindman
Apr. 18, 2019
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Album of 55 photographs, including 51 snow crystals, 2 landscapes, a frost study, and a jewel-like spider
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Album of 55 photographs, including 51 snow crystals, 2 landscapes, a frost study, and a jewel-like spider web. Silver prints, most of the images measuring approximately 3 inches (7.6 cm.) in diameter, the remaining images and sheets 3x4 inches (7.6x10.2 cm.); cornered in one per page. Oblong 8vo, patterned cloth covers; tied binding; with a former owner's inscription, in pencil, on the first page, three mounted snow-themed poems introducing the photographs, and additional period ephemera related to Bentley and the study of snow laid in at the rear. 1888-1927
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Apr. 18, 2019
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Montage of snowflakes arranged in a cross.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Montage of snowflakes arranged in a cross. Silver print on carte-postale paper, the image measuring 5 1/4x3 3/8 inches (13.3x8.4 cm.), postally unused. Circa 1910
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Feb. 21, 2019
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 3 microphotographs of snowflakes.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 3 microphotographs of snowflakes. Silver prints, the images measuring 3 inches (7.6 cm.) in diameter, the sheets 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). Circa 1910
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Oct. 18, 2018
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 3 ice crystal studies.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 3 ice crystal studies. Silver prints, each of the images measuring approximately 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.), one is on matte surface paper and two on semi-gloss paper. Circa 1910
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Apr. 19, 2018
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Suite of 4 microphotographs of snowflakes.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILSON A. "SNOWFLAKE" BENTLEY (1865-1931) Suite of 4 microphotographs of snowflakes. Silver prints, 3 of the images measuring 3 inches (7.6 cm.) in diameter and the fourth 2 3/4 inches (7 cm.), the sheets 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). Circa 1910
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Apr. 10, 2018
WILSON A. BENTLEY | Selected images of Snowflakes
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
15 photomicrographs of Snowflakes, printing-out-paper prints, one signed in pencil on the reverse, late 1890s-1920s (15)
Sotheby's
Jan. 21, 2018
Photographs, Wilson A. Bentley
Est: $500 - $700
(lot of 2) Wilson A. Bentley (American, 1865-1931), "Tall Grass" and "Dandelion" (from Frost Studies), microphotographs, each signed verso, sheets: 4"h x 3"w, mats: 7"h x 5"w.
Clars Auctions
Oct. 05, 2017
WILSON A. BENTLEY | Selected Images of Snowflakes
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
10 photomicrographs of Snowflakes, printing-out-paper prints, 3 signed and annotated and 7 dated in pencil on the reverse, late 1880s-1920s (10)
Sotheby's
Jul. 15, 2017
Wilson A. Bentley, American (1865-1931), Three photomicrographs of snow crystals, dated en verso January and February 1900,
Est: $2,500 - $3,000
Wilson A. Bentley American (1865-1931) Three photomicrographs of snow crystals, dated en verso January and February 1900, matted together.
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Jul. 15, 2017
Wilson A. Bentley (Snowflake), American (1865-1931), Two photomicrographs of snow crystals, early 20th century, hexagonal photograph...
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Wilson A. Bentley (Snowflake) American (1865-1931) Two photomicrographs of snow crystals, early 20th century, hexagonal photographs on card mounts, framed. 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 inches; 3 x 2 1/2 inches
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Apr. 20, 2017
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) A selection of 3 snow crystal studies.
Est: $3,000 - $4,500
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) A selection of 3 snow crystal studies. Silver print microphotographs from glass plate negatives, the images measuring 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.), each with Bentley''s signature, in ink, two with the notation MBN, and one with the notation ARP and the date Dec. 6 1926, in ink or in pencil, on verso. 1885-1931
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Apr. 05, 2017
WILSON A. BENTLEY | Selected Images of Snowflakes
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
10 photomicrographs of Snowflakes, printing-out-paper prints, several signed, annotated, and dated in pencil on the reverse, late 1880s-1920s (10)
Sotheby's
Feb. 14, 2017
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) A selection of 3 snow crystal studies.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) A selection of 3 snow crystal studies. Silver print microphotographs from glass plate negatives, the images measuring 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.), each with Bentley''s signature, in ink, and a notation MBN, in pencil, on verso. 1885-1931
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Oct. 25, 2016
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 5 photographs of frost.
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 5 photographs of frost. Silver print microphotographs from glass plate negatives, the images measuring 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). 1885-1931
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Oct. 25, 2016
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) A selection of 3 snow crystal studies.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) A selection of 3 snow crystal studies. Silver print microphotographs from glass plate negatives, the images measuring 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.), each with Bentley's signature, in ink, and a notation "ARP" or "MBN," in pencil; one also with his additional notation "A Blizzard," in pencil, and the date Feb 26, 1886, in ink, on verso. 1885-1931
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Oct. 07, 2016
WILSON A. BENTLEY | Selected Images of Snowflakes
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
a group of 10 photomicrographs of Snowflakes, printing-out-paper prints, several signed, annotated, and dated in pencil on the reverse, circa late 1880s-1920s (10)
Sotheby's
Apr. 19, 2016
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 6 photographs, comprising 3 images each from his Snowflakes and Ice crystals series.
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 6 photographs, comprising 3 images each from his Snowflakes and Ice crystals series. Silver print microphotographs, 2 gold-chloride toned, from glass plate negatives, 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). 1885-1931
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Apr. 19, 2016
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 4 photographs from the Snowflakes series.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 4 photographs from the Snowflakes series. Silver print microphotographs from glass plate negatives, each 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). 1885-1931
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Apr. 13, 2016
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Two large-format toned gelatin silver prints of snowflakes. 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches (192 x 244 m...
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Two large-format toned gelatin silver prints of snowflakes. 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches (192 x 244 mm), one titled on verso, likely in the hand of the folk historian and curator Allen Eaton, from whose collection these at one time came. Minor corner creases, overall in attractive condition. C
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Apr. 13, 2016
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Group of four images of snowflakes. Gold-toned gelatin silver prints, each 3 1/8 x 4 inches (...
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Group of four images of snowflakes. Gold-toned gelatin silver prints, each 3 1/8 x 4 inches (75 x 100 mm), unsigned but with Bentley's pencil annotations as to date; Together with a gelatin silver print on postcard stock of a snowflake composite, 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches (87 x 138 mm), signed in pencil by Bentley with his location (Jericho, Vt.). Fine condition. C
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Apr. 13, 2016
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Group of five studies of clouds. Gold-toned gelatin silver prints, each 3 x 4 inches (75 x 10...
Est: $800 - $1,200
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Group of five studies of clouds. Gold-toned gelatin silver prints, each 3 x 4 inches (75 x 100 mm), all signed in pencil on the verso by Bentley, with his location (Jericho, Vt.). Fine condition. C
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Apr. 13, 2016
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Group of three images of dew and frost, gold-toned gelatin silver prints, each 3 1/8 x 4 inch...
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Group of three images of dew and frost, gold-toned gelatin silver prints, each 3 1/8 x 4 inches (75 x 100 mm), all signed in pencil on the verso by Bentley, with his location (Jericho, Vt.). Fine condition. C
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Apr. 13, 2016
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Group of four images of snowflakes. Gold-toned gelatin silver prints, each 3 1/8 x 4 inches (...
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
BENTLEY, WILSON A. (1865-1931) Group of four images of snowflakes. Gold-toned gelatin silver prints, each 3 1/8 x 4 inches (75 x 100 mm), all signed in pencil on the verso by Bentley, with his location (Jericho, Vt.). Fine condition. C
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Feb. 25, 2016
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 4 photographs of snowflakes.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) Group of 4 photographs of snowflakes. Gold-chloride toned microphotographs from glass plate negatives, 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.). 1900-27
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Feb. 25, 2016
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) An album with 25 photographs of snowflakes.
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
WILSON A. BENTLEY (1865-1931) An album with 25 photographs of snowflakes. Gold-chloride toned microphotographs from glass plate negatives, each approximately 4x3 inches (10.2x7.6 cm.), all but one with Bentley's signature and many with his notation ARP or MBN, in ink or in pencil, on verso; 2 also with a date, on recto or verso, and one of these with Bentley's notation "wonderful," also on verso. Oblong 8vo, paper leatherette album with a tied binding, the photographs arranged 2 per page in black photo corners. 1888-1927
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