Lot 416
Landis, Carole (1919-1948) A talented actress, Landis toured extensively with the USO during World War II and was a big hit with the troops. Her book about the experiences (Four Jills in a Jeep) was turned into a movie co-starring Landis, Martha Raye, Alice Faye and Betty Grable. A beautiful woman with good comic timing, Landis was often relegated to B movies and ultimately grew frustrated with personal and career problems, committing suicide at 29.
Lot of two items. Signed Photograph ("Carole Landis"). Black and white, 8 x 10", n.p., n.d. Inscribed in blue ink across light dress, "To Edna -- Always Carole Landis". Some wrinkles and creasing across corners and edges of photo, very good condition. Looking glamorous even working around the house, Landis looks to be blacking out the windows in what must be a wartime picture.
Signature ("Carole Landis"). Album page, 6 x 4¾", n.d., n.p. On a pink album page, Landis once again signs to "Edna". Holes at left edge from being removed from album, toning to edges, label penned at bottom of page in another hand, Trudy Marshall's autograph verso. Very good condition.
Estimated Value $100 - 150.
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