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Lot description
This large format vintage lunar photograph, measuring 22â x 22â , was taken during the Apollo 12 mission. The photograph is handsomely signed and inscribed by Alan Bean, the fourth man to walk on the Moon and the Lunar Module Pilot for Apollo 12. Bean's heartfelt inscription reads: "Our photograph from Yankee Clipper to help Mission Planners and our fellow Astronauts prepare for their Missions, Alan Bean Apollo 12." The image, captured from the Yankee Clipper Command Module, played a critical role in aiding mission planners and future astronauts by providing detailed views of the lunar surface. Later, the photograph was annotated by mission planners with spacecraft ground track markings labeled as "January Rev 12" and "March Rev 24," further underscoring its significance in mission preparation and analysis. The large format enhances the dramatic detail of the lunar surface making it a striking and historically significant display piece. Frame Dimensions: 29â x 29â. Framing Notes: This historical item has been professionally mounted and framed using archival-quality materials. The solid wood frame features a matte black finish (1.5â deep), providing a timeless and elegant appeal. The matting is 100% acid-free to ensure long-term preservation. The item is mounted with Japanese rice paper, a durable, acid-free material ideal for securely displaying delicate items. To protect the piece from light damage, high- grade UV-resistant plexiglass has been used, offering superior protection and a safer, shatter- resistant alternative to glass.