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Sale 107
The Manuscript & Collectibles Auction
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Lot 290 |
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Laurel & Hardy: Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy Signed Inscribed and Signed 11 x 14" Double Weight Satin Finish Portrait. Stan Laurel (1890-1965) and Oliver Hardy (1892-1957) appeared as a team in 107 films, starring in 32 short silent films, 40 short sound films, and 23 full-length feature films and have never been close to being equaled as a comedy duo in the history of entertainment. Offered is an 11 x 14 double weight, silver gelatin portrait of both in satin finish. Stan Laurel has inscribed in his hand in steel point black fountain pen "Our Kind Regards & Best Wishes Merritt and Jim, Lots of Good Luck and Continued Success, Sincerely Always" all in Laurel's hand who then signed in cursive his autograph. Oliver Hardy signed in blue fountain pen a bit upside down by his image. Affixed in the center is a very nicely executed printed caricature or vignette, most definitely exhibiting the sharp matrix dot pattern printing of the time that nicely enhances the piece. One of the best signed photos we have offered of this legendary comedy team whose life together is now the subject of a major motion picture. Some evidence of handling otherwise excellent and extremely appealing. Estimate Value $750 - UP
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$2,520 |
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Lot 291 |
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Ray Bolger: Two Signed and Inscribed Photos plus Handwritten Letter Signed With Great Content Regarding THE WIZARD OF OZ. Ray Bolger proved to be one of vaudeville's and film's most beloved song and dance man in the 30s and 40s. His role as the Scarecrow in THE WIZARD OF OZ cemented his name and reputation in Hollywood history. Offered are two vintage re-strike portraits of Bolger in full makeup inscribed and signed to the same young boy as requested by I can only guess was a school teacher at the Horace Mann School in Beverly Hills. Bolger kindly wrote the teacher saying he had sent the photos and states "I'm so very proud to be part of what has become a great American Classic and feel it my duty to encourage the philosophy the picture contains. I'm also happy there are still people like you who take a personal interest in their standards" written on his personal stationery. All three pieces excellent. Estimate Value $500 - UP
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$480 |
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Lot 292 |
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The Wizard of Oz Collection: Autographs by Judy Garland, Jack Haley, Burt Lahr, Ray Bolger, Margaret Hamilton and 4 More. THE WIZARD OF OZ (1939) One of the most beloved films of all time which continues to enjoy unprecedented popularity with each generation. Offered is a fine collection of autographs from most of the principal players in this classic film, nine (9) autographs total: 1.) Signed check by Judy Garland to herself for $21,225.00 2.) Burt Lahr boldly signed album page with photo "Sincerely Burt Lahr" with photo as The Cowardly Lion 3.) Jack Haley signed vintage photo "To David From The Tin Man, Jack Haley" (felt tip black pen light but legible) COA R&R Auctions4.) Ray Bolger signed re-strike photo "Hi Dennis, This is the Scarecrow of Oz Talking, Ray Bolger" excellent condition COA R&R Auctions 5.) Margaret Hamilton signed Oz photo, inscribed along the white border of photo, common as her stills so dark "Some hair Dale, Well o-u-t….D.S! Dale is next! Good luck and My Best, W.W.W. Maggie H." 6.) Billie Burke signed album page presented in mat with photo as Glinda The Good Witch "To Lily, With all good wishes for the New Year, Billie Burke 1932" excellent condition and obtained by Lily Dirigo, long time studio stylist. with COA from R&R Auctions. 7.) Jerry Maren signed photo "Jerry Maren Lollipop Kid" 8.) Meinhardt Raabe who played the Munchkin coroner autographs on the Certificate of Death sign 9.) E. Y. Harburg, lyricist for "Over the Rainbow" as well as many other classic songs such as Paper Moon and Brother Can You Spare a Dime. Harburg has signed a well done calligraphy of the lyrics of Brother Can You Spare a Dime. This collection prime for presentation framing, a treasure of signatures from the cast of this much beloved film classic that would take years to try and assemble. Estimate Value $1,000 - UP
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$780 |
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