Wonderful vintage oversized 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Lugosi, bathed in soft light, resting his head against a chair. Photo is stamped on the reverse, “Bela Lugosi featured in Universal Pictures.” Photo was taken in the early 1930s, with photographer’s signature in red pencil in the lower right corner, and a Don Marlowe Agency stamp on the reverse. Photo was originally owned by Lugosi and given to Marlowe to promote his career. In fine condition, with some scattered light horizontal ripples and light edge curling. A magnificent portrait of the horror star as he attempts to break his typecast as a horror-only actor. Lugosi lost out on several roles to the likes of Lionel Barrymore (Rasputin and the Empress) and Basil Rathbone (Tovarich). RR Auction COA.
