Phil Borges Photograph "Sukulen" Included is an autograph copy of his book Enduring Spir Start Price USD 100.00 Current Price USD 1,580.00 Time Left - Bid Count 5 Buy It Now Price USD 8,000.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, August 31, 2008 End Time Wednesday, September 10, 2008 Location Naples, FL See more about 'Phil Borges Photograph "Sukulen"' Description This auction is for an authentic Artists Proof print from the world renowned photographer Phil Borges. Below is a copy of the print from their website. Actual photographs of the framed  print I am selling is included further down. Phil Borges"Sukulen, 37, Mt. Nyiru, Kenya"Split-Toned Gelatin Silver Print PhotographSigned in pencil au verso.Image Size: 7.5x21" on 10x24" paper.Negative Date: 1997Printed LaterPhil Borges likes to include a paragraph describing the experience when photographing his subjects.  He puts this description printed onto the UV plexiglass protecting the photograph.   This is the description he gives for his photograph Sukulen: As a young girl, Sukulen began having dizzy spells and hearing voices. She said she was very frightened and thought she was getting ill. Her grandmother assured her that she was healthy and was, in fact, very gifted. Sukulen is now a highly respected "predictor" in her tribe. Two months before I arrived, she had told several people in her village that I was coming, and had described in detail my appearance and the equipment I was using.   Sukulen is one of many photographs he did for the project called Enduring Spirit in association with Amnesty International.  To learn more about Phil Borges and his photography visit this website here:   http://www.dianefarrisgallery.com/artist/borges/bio   And to see more of Phil Borges' work please visit his website here:   http://www.philborges.com   Many people realize the value of collecting valuable photography.  Phil Borges' photographs are an excellent investment and his prints continue to appreciate in value.  I purchased this one from Hallmark Gallery in La Jolla, CA about two years ago.  I have proudly been displaying this print in my home in a totally protective enviroment far from harmful ultra violate light.  I had always planned on keeping this beautifull photograph for many years but financial troubles because of the housing market is forcing me to sell this highly praised work of art. The framed print is signed by the artist on the back and the signature is viewed through a window on the back of the frame.  The photograph comes with a Fine Art Appraisal of $9,000.00 from Michael Hajdaj of Hallmark Galleries.  Also included is a Certificate of Authenticity from Phil Borges Productions and authenticated by Julie Geier. The winner of this auction will also receive copy of Phil Borges book Enduring Spirit.  This edition is signed by the artist.  More information about the book and the Enduring Spirit project can be found here: http://www.amazon.com/Enduring-Spirit-Isabel-Allende/dp/0847821420/ Here is the chance to own an endearing and enduring photograph that will bring joy to you every time you look at it and also give you the satisfaction of an investment that will continue to increase in value. Good luck bidding! Place a Bid!