BUSTER KEATON Vintage 1930s GEORGE HURRELL Stamp MGM PORTRAIT DWT Photo




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Reference Number: Avaluer:12534934Size: 8" x 10"
Country/Region of Manufacture: United StatesModified Item: No
Original/Reproduction: Original
Original Description:
An early 1930s Original / Vintage 8x10 photograph of BUSTER KEATON.  The original George Hurrell photographer's stamp and the MGM identification stamp can be found on the reverse of the photo.  A simple, yet spectacular portrait of Buster Keaton with a piercing stare, by Hollywood's finest portrait photographer.Original vintage photograph on glossy double weight paper stock (the scans are taken with a black background to best view the condition of the photograp...hs edges and corners).FROM THE GEORGE SMOOTS COLLECTION.The photo is in EXCELLENT condition, a very faint line at lower center (not visible in the below scan - below the tie and only visible under a bright light source). - Grading is subjective, please use the oversized scans included in the listing to best determine condition.PLEASE SCROLL DOWN PAST THE OVERSIZED SCANS SHOWN BELOW FOR DETAILS OUTLINING THE PROVENANCE PERTAINING TO THIS PHOTO.  GUARANTEED TO BE 100% VINTAGE AND ORIGINALSAVE ON SHIPPING - ONLY A SINGLE SHIPPING FEE IS APPLIED TO ALL AUCTION WINS AND PURCHASES MADE FROM MY EBAY STORE ON THE SAME DAY.  PLEASE WAIT FOR ME TO SEND YOU AN INVOICE, REFLECTING THE COMBINED SHIPPING DISCOUNT,  PRIOR TO MAKING PAYMENT.  THANK YOU.ProvenanceThis photo is part of a collection originally amassed by George Smoots.  Mr. Smoots wa an oil company credit manager, who had a love for the movies and collected photos of Hollywood stars from the 1920s until his passing in 1951.  Mr. Smoots knew most of the studio photographers and through these connections was able to amass a sizable collection.  This collection remained undisturbed from his death in 1951 until the early 1980s.  The majority of the collection was donated to the Margaret Herrick Library at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in 1992.  At that time the donation was the largest one-time donation of photographs ever made by a private party to the Library.  An article describing this donation can be found in the June, 1992 Academy Report (Volume 1, No. 2).  This photo is part of the remaining photographs that were not donated to AMPAS and represent the best of the best of the Smoots collection. Please keep checking back, as many of the photos from this collection will be made available over the coming months.Things you should know about our photographs:We only sell original vintage / antique collectible photographs.The scanned images of both sides of the photo are oversized to exaggerate details, in order to provide as accurate a representation of the condition of the photograph as possible.Images are scanned on a black background so you can accurately see the condition of the edges and corners of the photographAll photographs are stored in acid free / PVC free plastic sleevesAll photographs are shipped in between two pieces of rigid cardboard to protect against damage during shipment.Multiple purchases will be combined to save you on shipping.  Please wait for us to send you an invoice, reflecting the combined shipping discount,  prior to making payment.CHECK OUT OUR LISTINGS FOR MORE GREAT PHOTOS AND OTHER COLLECTIBLESSEE BELOW FOR PAYMENT AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONSTHANK YOU FOR VISITING.Shipping: Payment: Return Policy: Please check the Shipping and Payments tab at the top of the listing for shipping costs to your location.As well, to save on shipping costs,  we would be happy to combine shipping on any multiple purchases from Collectors Shelf.Unless otherwise indicated, items are usually shipped by USPS First Class Mail.For faster service, contact us and we will provide a quote. PayPalCredit cards accepted through PayPal.Full payment required within three (3) days of purchase.  Thank you. No Risk Guarantee.We understand when purchasing goods on line, you are basing buying decisions upon the description we provide.  We attempt to describe all items to the best of our ability, so that you the buyer do not have any unpleasant surprises.  If upon receipt, you are not completely satisfied with the item,  we will refund the cost of the item for up to 30 days from the day the photo arrives at your door.  



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