Autographs, Books and Manuscripts

Lot 745
Hardy, Oliver. (1892-1957) The corpulent half of the enormously popular Hollywood comedy team known for their contrasting personalities, general clumsiness, and disaster-packed predicaments.

Inscribed Photograph Signed. Large B&W, 11x14, n.p., 1943, by "Stax." Scowling headshot of an unrepentant Oliver Hardy, in bowtie and boater, sardonically inscribed: "To Ella & Jean I will never smile until I see you two again I like you both. Babe." Loosely matted, in Fine condition. We note that the photograph is signed, "Babe," an unusual variant of Hardy's traditional signature.
Estimated Value $400-500.