American stage and screen actor (1882–1942) whose rise to stardom and subsequent decline due to alcoholism became one of the legendary tragedies of Hollywood lore. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Barrymore in profile holding the top of his fur coat closed with one hand, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen “John Barrymore to Saul.” Reverse of photo bears collector’s stamp date of January 7, 1938, the date the signature was acquired. The following evening Barrymore attended a cocktail party for the New York Film Critics Awards. In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface marks and dings, and some mild rippling to finish. An excellent example of one of Hollywood’s leading men. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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