Dietrich, Marlene (1901-1992) & Kobal, John. (1940–1991). "Marlene Dietrich" - Signed Book. London: Studio Vista / Dutton Pictureback. 1968.
Softcover photobook, signed on the title in black ink by both the editor and subject. Small 8vo (13 x 18.5 cm). 160 pp. Spine worn and covers sheet separated fully from the block.
Born in Austria, Kobal lived in England and made himself a name as a collector and author of 30 books. "Kobal is credited with essentially 'rediscovering' the great Hollywood Studio photographers – including George Hurrell, Laszlo Willinger, Clarence Sinclair Bull, Ted Allan - who were employed by the movie studios to create the glamorous, iconic portraits of the most famous and intriguing stars of the day that now epitomise Hollywood." (Wikipedia)
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.
Dietrich, Marlene (1901-1992) & Kobal, John. (1940–1991). "Marlene Dietrich" - Signed Book. London: Studio Vista / Dutton Pictureback. 1968.
Softcover photobook, signed on the title in black ink by both the editor and subject. Small 8vo (13 x 18.5 cm). 160 pp. Spine worn and covers sheet separated fully from the block.
Born in Austria, Kobal lived in England and made himself a name as a collector and author of 30 books. "Kobal is credited with essentially 'rediscovering' the great Hollywood Studio photographers – including George Hurrell, Laszlo Willinger, Clarence Sinclair Bull, Ted Allan - who were employed by the movie studios to create the glamorous, iconic portraits of the most famous and intriguing stars of the day that now epitomise Hollywood." (Wikipedia)
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.