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 fountain pen signature, 'Charley Chase,' on an off-white album page. Triple matted with a glossy photo of Chase in a straw hat, to an overall size of 11 x 17. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.
