RARE set of 12 photos - Mike Bradburn & Ron Rector

Description: Auction Description: This auction is for a rare, original set of 12 silver gelatin prints of models Mike Bradburn and Ron Rector. Mr. Rector also played football at Northwestern University. These photos were taken by photographer Chuck Renslow of Kris Studios in 1965. The photos measure 5" x 4". I dated these photos based on the January 1965 issue of Mars magazine, in which one of these exact photos appears (see image gallery). Note that the Mars magazine is not included in this auction. Chuck Renslow (1929 – 2017) was an openly gay American businessperson, known for pioneering homoerotic photography in the mid-20th-century US, and establishing many landmarks of late-20th-century gay male culture, especially in the Chicago area. His accomplishments included cofounding the Leather Archives and Museum, the Gold Coast bar, Man's Country Baths, and the International Mr. Leather competition. He also cofounded the magazines Mars, Triumph, and Rawhide. Condition: Overall, these prints are in very good to excellent condition, although they do show cupping. See photo gallery for details. The gelatin silver prints have a wonderful textured feel to them (see close-up of one photo in gallery). The former owner of these photos was a discerning collector of male erotica and art. He bought these photos personally, and was a non-smoker (I am also a non-smoker). Shipping: I will ship this anywhere in the continental United States via USPS. Buyer agrees to pay $25, which includes shipping insurance. Other Notes:If you win multiple auctions of mine, I will send you a combined invoice (which includes a combined shipping discount).Contact me with any questions, or if you would like to see further details of any of the photos.See my other auctions. I have other auctions and Buy-It-Nows for offer, and will have more in the upcoming weeks.Sorry, no returns.

Price: 1495 USD

Location: Gillette, New Jersey

End Time: 2024-08-24T20:04:59.000Z

Shipping Cost: 25 USD