Lot 954
Griffith, D.W (1875-1948). Influential film director known for his innovative understanding and ground breaking usage of techniques such as changing camera angles, intercutting, crosscutting, parallel action, dramatic lighting, the close-up and full shot. His monumental epic "The Birth of a Nation" first demonstrated cinema as an art form and was followed up by the equally influential, though less successful, "Intolerance". After such grandiose success, Griffith joined Douglas Fairbanks, Mary Pickford and Charlie Chaplain to form the United Artists Corporation.
Inscribed Photo Signed ("D.W. Griffith"). Black and white, 7½ x 9½", n.p., n.d. Inscribed in black ink "Sincerely". Stamped "Photo by Hoover Art Co. Los Angeles" at the lower left. A few very minor surface abrasions and silvering to the edges. Still, in very fine condition.
This rare signed photo pictures the legendary director delicately back-lit with a confident pose.
Estimated Value $850 - 1,250.
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