English character actress (1902–1986) most widely recognized for her role as the title character in Bride of Frankenstein. DS, signed “Elsa Laughton,” six pages, 8 x 13, March 19, 1937. An agreement between Lanchester and British and International Press Limited. In part: “Between Elsa Laughton the wife of Charles Laughton, professionally known as ‘Elsa Lanchester’…the hereinafter called ‘the Authoress’…[and] British and International Press Limited…It is hereby agreed as follows…The Authoress shall write or cause to be written a series of articles…not to exceed 30,000 words on a subject provisionally entitled: ‘Charles Laughton and I’ By Elsa Lanchester (Mrs. Charles Laughton).” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Lanchester using her married name, and countersigned by several witnesses and representatives. In fine condition, with expected document wear and a rusty paperclip to upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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