1924 Print Grave Eleanora Duse Asolo Lord Byron Morris Gest Cemetery Actress THM

This is an original 1924 halftone print of the grave of Eleanora Duse, the Italian actress, at Asolo. The caption writes, "This little village in northern Italy, beloved by Browning, is where Lord Byron also is buried. The man standing uncovered in the rain is Morris Gest. The American manager had promised to visit the actress at her home in Asolo July 18th. He kept his promise though death had made the meeting a silent one." Morris Gest was a theatrical producer and worked on Broadway as well as at the Manhattan Opera House.

CONDITION

This 87+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 11 inches; 20 x 28 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: theatre, acting, tree, Italy, italia

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