Apr 22, 2020 10:00 EST
Rare Books, Autographs & Maps featuring the Mary K. Young Collection
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STEWART, JIMMY
Typed letter signed referencing Frank Capra. [Likely Hollywood:] 4 November [1938]. One page typed letter signed "Jimmy Stewart" on one sheet of his stationery addressed only to "Dorothy." 8 1/2 x 6 inches (21 x 16 cm); framed. Folds and a minor handling crease, not examined out of frame but visibly not laid down.
A scarce letter from Stewart during his most prolific period: "I'm very pleased that you enjoyed 'You Can't Take it With You.' Frank Capra did such a grand job of directing with that picture ... of all the able men there are out here, he's my favorite director." He continues referencing the filming of "Ice Follies" (1939) and a Selznick picture (likely Made for Each Other). In the following year, Capra would direct Stewart in his best-known role Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
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STEWART, JIMMY
Typed letter signed referencing Frank Capra. [Likely Hollywood:] 4 November [1938]. One page typed letter signed "Jimmy Stewart" on one sheet of his stationery addressed only to "Dorothy." 8 1/2 x 6 inches (21 x 16 cm); framed. Folds and a minor handling crease, not examined out of frame but visibly not laid down.
A scarce letter from Stewart during his most prolific period: "I'm very pleased that you enjoyed 'You Can't Take it With You.' Frank Capra did such a grand job of directing with that picture ... of all the able men there are out here, he's my favorite director." He continues referencing the filming of "Ice Follies" (1939) and a Selznick picture (likely Made for Each Other). In the following year, Capra would direct Stewart in his best-known role Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
Auction: Rare Books, Autographs & Maps featuring the Mary K. Young Collection, Apr 22, 2020
