Emporium | November 20, 2025
Thu, Nov 20, 2025 10:00AM EST
Lot 1131
George Masa, Camp at Three Forks Pool
Estimate: $100 - $300
Sold for
$750
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(Japanese/American, 1881-1933)
Hunting and fishing camp, order number 0-5796, later pencil inscriptions on photograph verso according to photocopy attached verso, gelatin silver print, sight 7-1/2 x 9-1/4 in.; burlwood frame, 13-3/4 x 15-3/4 x 1-1/4 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Note: A Japanese born photographer based in North Carolina, George Masa’s images were instrumental in the establishment of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. His documentation helped advocate for and preserve one of America’s most cherished landscapes. In this photograph is Tom Alexander, the founder of Cataloochee Ranch, at the fishing camp with his wife and family. Visit this link to view this image in the George Masa Photo database on page 7: https://georgemasaphotodatabase.com/wp-content/uploads/photo_description_sheets/thfork00.pdf
Available payment options
Purchased items will be available for pick up or shipping from our Asheville, North Carolina auction facility within ten business days of the auction, or will be assessed a storage fee of $5.00 per day, per item. Purchaser agrees that packing and shipping is done at the purchaser's risk and that the purchaser will pay in advance all packing expenses, materials, carrier fees and insurance charges. At our discretion, items will either be packed by an agent such as a packaging store or Brunk Auctions. Please allow two weeks for shipping after payment is received. Shipment of large items is the responsibility of the purchaser. We are happy to provide names of carriers and shippers if a purchaser so requests. Brunk Auctions will have no liability for any loss or damage to shipped items.
Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
not examined out of sealed frame, apparently hinged at top corners according to photocopy attached to frame verso, numerous crimps and surface anomalies throughout； frame with light wear and abrasions Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
