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Lot #5358
Orson Welles Signature and Citizen Kane Production Design

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Description

Two items: a fountain pen signature, "Orson Welles," on an off-white 4 x 1.5 sheet, elaborately mounted and framed with a nameplate and large photo of Welles as Kane to an overall size of 23.25 x 32; and an RKO Radio Pictures revised "Final Technical Plan" schematic for the classic 1941 film Citizen Kane, 19.75 x 15.5, showing plan, side section, and face elevation designs for an apparent 1898 Renault Voiturette, with artist notes detailing vehicle parts and measurements. The schematic is stamped "Revised, Citizen Kane, RKO Studio, California," with upper right reading: "RKO Radio Pictures, Special Effect Dept., Automobile Construction, Citizen Kane Lot., Final Technical Plan." Framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 20.5. In overall fine condition, with the signature showing light wrinkling from mounting, and the signature frame bearing considerable chipping and wear to left side.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Pop Culture
  • Dates: #524 - Ended March 15, 2018