Radiant matte-finish 10.75 x 14 glamour portrait of Harlow from circa 1931, affixed to an 11.75 x 15.75 cardstock mount, signed and inscribed in black ink, “From me to youse guys—You know I love you next to my Mommie, Just your Me—.” In fine condition. Consignor notes that the recipients were Ruth and John Hamp, the former a childhood friend of Harlow, and the latter a bandleader and fixture at Hollywood nightspots. The Hamps took care of Harlow’s mother, 'Mama Jean,' after the star’s untimely death, and Mama Jean later bequeathed many of Harlow’s personal effects to Ruth Hamp. Photographs signed by Harlow remain very rare, especially those of such grand size, with the 'personal' form of her signature making this exquisite portrait all the more unique and desirable. Pre-certified Beckett Authentication Services.
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