Carole Lombard by William E. Thomas (Pathé, 1929). Autographed Portrait (10.75" X 13.75").. ...

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Carole Lombard by William E. Thomas (Pathé, 1929). Autographed Portrait (10.75" X 13.75").
Vintage gelatin silver, double weight, cream-toned, matte finish photo. After working for Fox films in the early 1920s, Carole Lombard was in a serious automobile accident resulting in Fox dropping her contract---their loss, for she went on to become one of the most popular sophisticated comedienne's of Hollywood. This wonderful early image is a rare one from her time at Pathé, the studio she moved to after Fox. Making it even more rare and desirable is her inscription, "To Bert Burnes, Sincerely Yours Carole Lombard." Condition issues include slight stains in the top right, light discoloration at the right edge, and two corner creases. Verso: William E. Thomas credit stamp in purple ink and a Pathé/ Lombard credit stamp. Fine.

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