Mar 31, 2001, The B. H. Manuscript/Collectible/Philatelic Sale, Sale 9
Lot 921
Stewart, James
(1908-1997). Actor best known for his film's directed by Frank Capra
including: You Can't Take It With You, Mr. Smith Goes to
Washington, and It's A Wonderful Life.
Inscribed Photo
Signed ("Jimmy"). Black and white, 8 x 10", n.p., n.d. Inscribed to
Hollywood agent Johnny Maschio in red ink: "Dear John -- all the
best". Photo is beginning to solarize. Otherwise, in good
condition.
A mature Jimmy Stewart appears in a classic portrait.
Estimated Value $100-150.
From the collection of actress
Constance Moore.
Lot 922
Taylor, Robert
(1911-1969). Actor known as "the man with the perfect profile". Taylor
became one of MGM's principal actors, rivalling Clark Gable for popularity.
He also directed 17 training films for the U.S. Navy during World War II.
Inscribed Photo Signed ("Bob"). Black and white, 8 x 10"
trimmed, n.p., n.d. Inscribed in black ink, "To Mary -- Don't let this /
picture fool you -- the 'guy' on the left / has the controls".
Accompanied by two additional black and white photos, with additional notes
written by Taylor regarding his flying companion Max Constant. Paper is
buckled at lower edge, and the lower left corner is folded. Otherwise, in
good to very good condition.
The handsome film star appears here,
happily at the controls of a plane while enjoying his favorite pastime --
flying.
Estimated Value $75-100.
From the collection of actress
Constance Moore.
Lot 923
Vintage Card Holder.
Vintage silver-plate with partial gilt business card holder. Likely
part of a chatelaine, this ornamental piece features a decorative cartouche
with floral accents that has been inscribed with the name "Gino". The
hangers, on each side of the case, are in the form of delicate putti.
Measuring 4 x 3". Repaired at hinge. Otherwise in very good condition.
Estimated Value $150-200.
From the collection of actress
Constance Moore.
Lot 924
Welles, Orson
(1915-1985). Actor, director, and producer, this Hollywood icon was a
child prodigy with a keen interest in theater, reciting Shakespeare from an
early age. Welles made his mark in radio with his dramatization of "The War
of the Worlds", and followed its success with his first feature film,
Citizen Kane -- recently named the greatest film of the century by
the American Film Institute.
Inscribed Photo Signed
("Orson"). Black and white, 9½ x 11½", n.p., n.d.
Inscribed in white ink: "Dearest Johnny / all warmest good / wishes /
always." Several folds near the edges, the longest of which measures 8"
in length at lower left, and two small tears at right edge. Corners and
edges are worn. In fair condition overall.
While taking a break from
Hollywood, Welles produced his own version of the Shakespeare classic
Othello while in Europe. Here, he poses with a stern gesture as the
title character.
Estimated Value $150-200.
From the collection
of actress Constance Moore.