Actor, director, screenwriter of comedies, most notably for Hal Roach. Chase started in silents but made a successful switch to sound until his drink-related death of a heart attack in 1940 at the age of 46. Vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen 'To Billy 'and a grand little guy' Charley.' In fine condition, with a small ding to top edge and photo affixed to an identical size piece of cardboard. RRAuction COA.
