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Lot 0047: US CELEBRITY PHOTOS SIGNED TO ADELE SIMPSON 5 PCS

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A lot of framed photos with autographs from the estate of Adele Simpson and her daughter Joan, who were designers of clothes for the rich and famous. The group has 4 framed photos with signatures made to Adele Simpson which created outfits for all these celebrities. A total of 5 items. Photo portrait of the American First Ladies, Pat Nixon, Barbara Bush, Betty Ford, Nancy Reagan, signed by Pat Nixon. A signed letter from Julie Nixon Eisenhower, daughter of the US President Richard Nixon and wife of David Eisenhower, to Joan Raines, the daughter of Adele Simpson. A photograph of the Cantilena Trio, signed by the members. Photo collage of Greta Keller, 1903 to 1977, a Hollywood actress and cabaret singer. Signed and framed photograph of Billie Thomas Jr., an American child actor best remembered for portraying the character of Buckwheat in the Little Rascals movies. Note: Adele Simpson, 1903 to 1995, was an American fashion designer with a successful career that spanned nearly five decades, as well as a child performer in vaudeville who danced in productions with Milton Berle and other entertainers. Provenance: estate of Adele Simpson, 1903 to 1995, an American high fashion designer. Collectible Americana, Autographs And Memorabilia.

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
Overall size: Frame (S) 10 3/4 x 8 3/4 in. (L) 12 x 10 1/2 in. Image (S) 9 3/4 x 7 3/4 in. (L) 9 x 7 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

March 18th, 2023

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$38.40