Lot 841
2 Signed Portrait Stills of Gertrude Lawrence and Yul Brynner, Broadway's First, "The King and I". Rodgers and Hammerstein's The King and I made its Broadway debute in 1951 to rapturous acclaim and awards. Winning the Tony for Best Musical as the legendary performance of stars, Gertrude Lawrence and Yul Brynner. Offered are two 8" x 10" signed portrait photos, a vintage original still of Dame Gertrude Lawrence who triumphed in this production, but deteriorating health had her exit fully the production in 1952 passing in March. Well known story that 24 hours prior to her passing she instructed the producer to add co-star, Yul Brynner's name to the marquee. The second signed 8" x 10" still is of Yul Brynner boldly signed in his unique hand, this likely from the 1976-77 revival. Both in excellent condition with the Lawrence particularly scarce.
Estimated Value $250 - 400.
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