NASA. HISTORIC APOLLO 11 MISSION. Buzz Aldrin steps out of t - Lot 64

NASA. HISTORIC APOLLO 11 MISSION. Buzz Aldrin steps out of the Eagle lunar module. July 21, 1969. With rare dramatic intensity, this photograph captures Buzz Aldrin climbing the ladder of the Eagle lunar module to take part in the very first human exploration of the Moon’s surface. The low-angle composition magnifies the astronaut’s silhouette, while the geometric lines of the landing gear stand out sharply against the absolute blackness of space. The deep contrasts and low-angle lighting highlight the texture of the lunar surface, giving this image exceptional visual impact. A testament to the opening moments of the first extravehicular activity in human history, this photograph ranks among the great icons of the Apollo program and 20th-century space photography. Vintage chromogenic print on paper: “"THIS PAPER MANUFACTURED BY KODAK." NASA logo and caption typed on the reverse. 25.3 x 20.4 cm with margins.