Williams, Emlyn. (1905–1987)

Signed Photograph

Signed doubleweight textured photograph of the Welsh writer and actor, who has inscribed "To Paul / best wishes / Emlyn Williams" in black ink.  In very fine condition.  8 x 10 inches (20.3 x 25.4 cm.).

Williams is perhaps best known for his semi-autobiographical play The Corn Is Green, based on his childhood in the coal-mining town of Mostyn.  The Broadway production starring Ethel Barrymore opened in November of 1940 and ran for 477 performances.

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. (20444)


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