Lot 531
Groucho Marx Signed 1936 Contract for Dodge Motor Cars Plus Photos. Julius Henry "Groucho" Marx comedian, radio, film and television star whose popularity remains almost as strong today as he enjoyed at the height of his success from the 1930s to 1950s. Offered is a signed letter of agreement, 11" x 8½", to the agency representing the publicity of The Dodge Division of Chrysler Motors in 1936 with a pull quote expressing Marx's satisfaction in driving a Dodge, viable for one year and agreeing not to lend his name to any other motor brand during the contracted period. Included are two photos, one a vintage MGM 8" x 10" double-weight photo of the Marx Brothers in fine condition save for a soft top right corner crease. Photo is stamped on verso "Please Credit MGM Photo by Ted Allen" and is printed in warm sepia. Also included is a 10" x 8" 1950 AP/World Photo re-strike portrait of Groucho for NBC Radio.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
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| Realized $688 |
