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May Vernacular Photo History Auction

Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-05-06 11:00:00 2026-05-06 11:00:00 America/New_York Michael Lehr Michael Lehr : May Vernacular Photo History Auction https://auction.michaellehrantiques.com/auctions/michael-lehr-antiques/may-vernacular-photo-history-auction-22757
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Lot 574

Vernacular Snapshot, “Three Graces” Nude Study

Estimate: $100 - $200
Starting Bid
$50

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Small-format vernacular snapshot depicting three nude women posed outdoors, shown from the rear as they stand closely grouped around a tree with peeling bark. Each figure rests a hand against the trunk, their bodies arranged in a symmetrical, almost classical composition that recalls the traditional “Three Graces” motif. All three wear heeled shoes, a detail that reinforces the posed and somewhat playful character of the image.

The setting appears to be a lightly wooded or open natural area, with grasses and scattered trees visible in the background. The photograph reads as an informal study rather than a professional nude, likely taken as a private or amateur image. The casual staging, combined with the classical reference, suggests a blend of humor and aesthetic intent typical of collegiate or social photography of the early to mid-20th century.

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