Lot 475
Signed Portrait of Florenz Ziegfeld and Oversized Ziegfeld Girl Portrait by Alfred Cheney Johnston. At the turn of the century, no producer brought together on New York City stages as many productions and as much diverse talent as Florenz Ziegfeld. A legend by any measure and the subject of countless films, Ziegfeld's name evoked class, wonder, sophistication and opulence the likes which has never been equaled. Offered is a vintage original 8" x 10" portrait still by Harold Stein (blind embossed and stamped on verso, Harold Stein) beautifully signed as simply Ziegfeld in his familiar hand to fans world wide. Also included is a stunning, oversized 14" x 11 double-weight portrait by acclaimed photographer, Alfred Cheney Johnston, very well known for his portraits of Ziegfeld Beauties. Here a signed and inscribed portrait of Ziegfeld Star, Lora Foster, signed in white india ink and dated 1927. Two corner tips of outer white borders are missing and a small fissure in top white border in no way detract from the stunning artistry of this beautiful portrait.
Estimated Value $600 - 1,000.
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| Realized $781 |
