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Lot #952
Cecil B. de Mille

An appreciative de Mille thanks his director Billy Wilder “who prevented a ham from being roasted”

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An appreciative de Mille thanks his director Billy Wilder “who prevented a ham from being roasted”

Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed vertically in fountain pen “To Billy Wilder—my director—who prevented a ham from being roasted—with appreciation—Cecil B. deMille.” In fine condition. de Mille is most likely referring to the 1950 classic Sunset Boulevard, directed by Wilder, in which de Mille appeared as himself. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: June Monthly
  • Dates: #388 - Ended June 20, 2012





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