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Celebrity Photos

Lot 380
Barrymore, John (1882-1942) The Great Profile. Barrymore's stage training prepared him for the silent screen, where his carefully planned and modulated gestures often provided stark contrast to the overwrought gesticulations of other actors. With the advent of the "talkies", Barrymore's wonderfully expressive voice and immense talent guaranteed stardom. In his fifties, Barrymore's reckless lifestyle began to catch up with him and, by the late 1930s, he was often relegated to playing aging roués or actors -- mere caricatures of himself.

Silver gelatin 16 x 20" photograph from George Hurrell's Portfolio III. Signed by Hurrell and numbered V/XXIII. Excellent condition, but for a few minor ripples at the top and bottom margins.

In a wonderful 1933 portrait from the set of Grand Hotel, Barrymore poses as Baron Felix von Geigern, one of his greatest screen roles.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,200.

Lot 381
Boyer, Charles (1897-1978) One of Hollywood's great screen lovers, Boyer's gallic charm and velvety voice made him a popular love interest opposite some of the most glamorous women on the screen, including Greta Garbo and Ingrid Bergman.

Silver gelatin 16 x 20" photograph from George Hurrell's Portfolio III. Signed by Hurrell and numbered V/XXIII. Excellent condition. A sexy, somewhat dangerous Boyer appears in this 1938 portrait.
Estimated Value $800-1,000.

Lot 382
Cagney, James (1899-1986) Known for his gangster and tough-guy roles, Cagney won an Oscar in 1942 for his role in Yankee Doodle Dandy. The first actor to recieve the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Film Insitute, Cagney remains one of the best-known and loved actors in film history.

Silver gelatin 20 x 16" photograph from George Hurrell's Portfolio III. Signed by Hurrell and numbered V/XXIII. Excellent condition, but for a few minor ripples at the side margins.

This James Cagney portrait from 1938 captures the star the year he starred with Pat O'Brien in one of their greatest films, Angels With Dirty Faces.
Estimated Value $800-1,000.

Lot 383
Hayworth, Rita (1918-1987) One of Hollywood's sexiest stars of the late 1930s and 1940s, Hayworth's unsuccessful marriages and well-publicized love life often overshadowed her sultry talents. One of the most recognizeable women of the silver screen.

Silver gelatin 20 x 16" photograph from George Hurrell's Portfolio III. Signed by Hurrell and numbered V/XXIII. Excellent condition. A glamorous portrait that simmers with Hayworth's potent sexuality.
Estimated Value $800-1,000.

Lot 384
Heifetz, Jascha (1901-1987) Russian-born violinist. A prodigy, he began touring at age 12. Heifetz was known for his superb technique and proclivity for fast tempo music.

Silver gelatin 20 x 16" photograph from George Hurrell's Portfolio III. Signed by Hurrell and numbered V/XXIII. Excellent condition, but for a few minor ripples at the side margins. An absolutely beautiful 1937 portrait.
Estimated Value $700-800.

Lot 385
Roland, Gilbert (1905-1994) Dashing Latin Lover of the silents and early talkies, Roland moved into character roles as he aged, working on his final film at age 77. Gilbert starred with, and was a favorite of, Clara Bow, Norma Talmadge and Constance Bennet -- he was a talented actor whose dark good looks flattered the feminine beauty of his costars.

Silver gelatin 16 x 20" photograph from George Hurrell's Portfolio III. Signed by Hurrell and numbered V/XXIII. Excellent condition, but for a few minor ripples at the top and bottom margins. A handsome 1939 portrait.
Estimated Value $800-1,000.

Dietrich, Hepburn....Hurrell Portfolio I

Lot 386
George Hurrell Portfolio I. Set of ten 14 x 11" silver gelatin prints numbered and signed by photographer George Hurrell. Presented in their original case with supporting material from publisher Creative Art Investments. This is suite 52 of 190 printed. Eight of the photographs are in excellent condition but, interestingly enough, two of the prints show there may have been processing problems -- the Dietrich and Gable photographs show some discoloration probably resulting from developing technique. The discoloration occurred over time and would not have been visible to Hurrell and the developers working under him when they proofed the prints.

The unmistakable work of George Hurrell showcases not only the beauty of the twelve stars of these portraits, but also the subtle nuances he was so adept at capturing. Greta Garbo and John Barrymore posed for the movie Grand Hotel, Gary Cooper, Joan Crawford, Betty Davis, Marlene Dietrich, Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, Rita Hayworth, Katherine Hepburn and Loretta Young in the arms of Tyrone Power -- all familiar faces exquisitely presented by the best-known photographer of Hollywood's Golden Age.
Estimated Value $5,000-7,000.