Robeson, Paul. (1898–1976). Signed Photograph.
A signed photograph of the actor and singer, inscribed "To Wilkinson,/ with every kind wish,/ thanks!/ Paul Robeson/ Jan 1936". 6.5 x 8.5 inches (16 x 21.5 cm), pinholes in each corner, somewhat soiled with faded adhesive strip along the bottom edge, else fine.
Paul Robeson was most famous for his role in "Show Boat," in which he first played the role of "Joe" on Broadway in the 1920s, and later in the 1936 film version, in which he sings, "Ol' Man River." But Robeson was not cast as Joe in the 1951 film version of "Show Boat," because he was blacklisted by Hollywood and later investigated by the House Committee on Un-American Activities (HUAC) for his political beliefs and his outspoken advocacy of labor rights and Civil Rights.
Robeson, Paul. (1898–1976). Signed Photograph.
A signed photograph of the actor and singer, inscribed "To Wilkinson,/ with every kind wish,/ thanks!/ Paul Robeson/ Jan 1936". 6.5 x 8.5 inches (16 x 21.5 cm), pinholes in each corner, somewhat soiled with faded adhesive strip along the bottom edge, else fine.
Paul Robeson was most famous for his role in "Show Boat," in which he first played the role of "Joe" on Broadway in the 1920s, and later in the 1936 film version, in which he sings, "Ol' Man River." But Robeson was not cast as Joe in the 1951 film version of "Show Boat," because he was blacklisted by Hollywood and later investigated by the House Committee on Un-American Activities (HUAC) for his political beliefs and his outspoken advocacy of labor rights and Civil Rights.