American character actress (1880–1962). In 1939, after a well-regarded stage career and a string of small, often uncredited movie parts, Blandick landed her most memorable role—Auntie Em in MGM’s The Wizard of Oz. After Oz, Blandick returned to supporting and bit roles and committed suicide by suffocation at the age of 81. Rare and bold embossed personal calling card, 3 x 2, eloquently signed on the reverse in fountain pen, “Yours very truly, Clara Blandick, May 1907.” A light block of toning at the top edge, some trivial foxing, and a few stray ink marks, otherwise fine condition. Signed nearly 20 years before Blandick’s defining role as Auntie Em, this early example heralds from the character actress’s theater days. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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