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Lot #865
James Murray Signed Photograph

Rare signed photo of the tragic silent star

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Rare signed photo of the tragic silent star

Actor (1901-1936) best known for starring in the 1928 film The Crowd; he didn't make the transition to talkies, became a heavy drinker, and diedbydrowningafterfallingorjumpingfromtheNorthRiverpierinNewYorkCity. Rare vintage glossy 8 x 10 MGM publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, "To Gloria, Always, James Murray.” In very good condition, with edge tears, some loss to the borders, and scattered light creasing. Murray's autograph is extremely rare, this being the first signed photo we have ever offered.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts
  • Dates: #643 - Ended September 14, 2022





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