Auction 55, Bid & Bloom, April 7th
Tue, Apr 7, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 608
Vintage 1969 "Astronauts of Apollo 11: First on the Moon" Framed Lithograph by Alton S. Tobey
Estimate: $50 - $100
Starting Bid
$10
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Description
This is a vintage, framed print commemorating the historic Apollo 11 mission, the first spaceflight to land humans on the Moon in July 1969. The artwork is a lithograph created by the acclaimed artist Alton S. Tobey and published by the Donald Art Company.
The print features a portrait of the three legendary crew members in their white spacesuits: Commander Neil Armstrong, Command Module Pilot Michael Collins, and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin Jr.. The background includes a depiction of the Moon and Earth, capturing the excitement and awe of the monumental achievement.
- Artwork: "Astronauts of Apollo 11 - First on the Moon 1969"
- Artist: Alton S. Tobey
- Year: 1969
- Medium: Lithograph (likely on cardboard backing)
- Publisher: Donald Art Co.
- Condition: The print is housed in its original vintage gold-tone frame (as pictured). Please refer closely to the images provided for the exact condition of both the print and the frame, as vintage items may show minor signs of wear.
- Dimensions: H:19in W:22in
This piece is a must-have for space exploration enthusiasts, collectors of vintage NASA memorabilia, and art lovers, representing a significant moment in American and world history.
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