Webb, Clifton. (1889–1966)

Autograph Season's Greetings card to Luigi Lucioni

Card with lettering, "Season's Greetings / Clifton Webb," printed in red in facsimile of the American actor/dancer/singer's handwriting, with autograph additions in red ink, "Luigress [sic] – How are you Best to your and your sisters." "Luigress" refers to Italian-American painter Luigi Lucioni (1900–1988). Bifolium; inside blank.  Oblong format, 4 x 5 inches (10 x 12.5 cm).  In fine condition.

Together with printed "Season's Greetings" card, apparently from another year, from Mabelle Webb (Clifton's mother, who lived with her son until she died in 1960) and Clifton Webb.

An unusual document from one of the leading actor/dancer/singers on Broadway and in Hollywood. He introduced Irving Berlin's "Easter Parade" and Gershwin's "I've Got a Crush on You" (Treasure Girl, 1928)  and later went on to star in numerous films and receive several Oscar nominations. (22331)


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