A collection of 8 postcard photographs and 1 lithographic portrait of prominent American and English actors and actresses active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

Author: [PHOTOGRAPHS OF ACTORS]
Title: A collection of 8 postcard photographs and 1 lithographic portrait of prominent American and English actors and actresses active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

Description:

In very good condition overall. Common defects include minor creasing, staining, soiling, and foxing.

1) Adams, Maude (1872-1953). Bust-length portrait of the American actress.

2) Branscombe, Maud (fl. 1870s-80s). Bust-length lithographic portrait with a fan on cardstock, ca. 115 x 68 mm. Boston, Buford, lithographer.

3) Burke, Billie (1884-1970). Bust-length portrait of the young American actress. Richard Brown, photographer. Published in London by the Philco Publishing Co. Postmarked [19]05. With autogrpah note.

4) Burke. Three-quarter-length role portrait holding a small book. Oxford, Draycott Galleries, photographer. Published in London by Davidson Bros. Postmarked Shepherds Bush, [19]06.

The two Burke postcards contain manuscript letters, postage stamps, and postmarks.

5) Carter, Mrs. Leslie (1857-1937). Three-quarter-length sepia portrait of the American actress draped in furs with large muff. Published in Boston, Berlin, and Leipzig by Owens Bros., Hillson Co.

6) Drew, John (1853-1927). Three-quarter-length portrait of the American actor with a small terrier. Published in New York by E. Frey & Co. Two file holes to upper edge; remnants of adhesive.

7) Langtry, Lillie (1853-1929). Bust-length color portrait of the English actress. Published in Holmfirth (England) and New York by Bamforth and Co. Publishers.

8) Lloyd, Harold (1893-1971). Bust-length portrait of the American actor with a reproduction of his autograph signature and inscription to lower right portion.

9) Robson, Eleanor (1879-1979). Waist-length portrait of the English actress and founder of the Metropolitan Opera Guild.

Very Good.

Seller ID: 24620

Subject: Art & Photographs

J & J Lubrano Music Antiquarians

The firm of J & J Lubrano Music Antiquarians, established in 1977 by John and Jude Lubrano, has come to be recognized as one of the leading international antiquarian dealers in the specialties of Music and Dance.

Items handled by the company include autograph musical manuscripts and letters of composers; rare printed music; and rare books, prints, drawings, photographs, and memorabilia relating to music and dance dating from the 15^th through the 21^st centuries. The firm has issued over 90 catalogues and numerous lists over its 45 years in business.

Terms

All domestic orders ship within two business days by USPS Priority Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available; please contact us for rates. We would be happy to combine shipping costs on orders of multiple items.

All items are guaranteed to be authentic. Material may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund provided that it is in the same condition as when sent and is packed, shipped, and insured as received.

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