Christoff, Boris. (1914-1993)

Signed Photograph as Boris Godunov

Signed full-length photograph of the great Bulgarian basso in his most famous role.  Christoff has inscribed "To Mr. Paul McMahon / Sincerely, / Boris Christoff" in black ink.  "Hurok Attractions" stamp to verso.  Light surface creasing, overall in fine condition.  8 x 10 inches (20.3 x 25.4 cm.).

From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications. (20857)


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