Billie Burke

BILLIE BURKE Vintage Original Photo Rare 1930s Graceful Luminous Glamour Gown

Selling is an 8″ X 10″ Vintage Original Glossy photo with borders of BILLIE BURKE in a glamour gown taken in the1930s. If anyone knows the name of the film, please advise and I will add to this listing. The photo is by MGM as noted by the still number and “Made In USA” is in the bottom front border (See Scan)There is nothing on the back of the photo (See Scan) She retired in the early 1920’s but was forced to go back to work following the stock market crash as she and her husband, FLORENZ ZIEGFELD, lost their fortune. We would not have known her as Glinda the Good Witch, had this unfortunate situation not occurred in her life. Photo is in VERY GOOD Condition with light edgewear and a few small light creases in the corners. Great Resolution and Focus. This is a VINTAGE ORIGINAL PHOTO and NOT a Reproduction Restrike.I There accept all forms of payment…PAYPAL and CREDIT CARDS. If you want to pay by credit card (Visa/MC etc.) please email me and I will send you an invoice that will allow you to pay by credit card.

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BILLIE BURKE THE WIZARD OF OZ ACTRESS in RADIANT PORTRAIT Original 1943 Photo

A 1943 Original / Vintage 8×10 photograph of BILLIE BURKE. The original RKO Radio Pictures identification stamp can be found on the reverse of the photo. The studio artist identification number (BB-98) can be found in the bottom right corner on the front. A wonderful portrait of a radiant Billie Burke. Original vintage photograph on glossy single weight paper stock (the scans are taken with a black background to best view the condition of the photographs edges and corners). FROM THE GEORGE SMOOTS COLLECTION. The photo is in EXCELLENT condition. – Grading is subjective, please use the oversized scans included in the listing to best determine condition.Please Note – The “COLLECTORS SHELF ORIGINAL PHOTOS” protective watermark is not on the actual photo and is only on the scan attached to the listing, allowing you to BUY WITH CONFIDENCE. I’ve use a faint watermark in order to allow you to still view the detail contained within the photo, while still providing the protection of the watermark. PLEASE SCROLL DOWN PAST THE OVERSIZED SCANS SHOWN BELOW FOR DETAILS OUTLINING THE PROVENANCE PERTAINING TO THIS PHOTO. GUARANTEED TO BE 100% VINTAGE AND ORIGINAL SAVE ON SHIPPING – ONLY A SINGLE SHIPPING FEE IS APPLIED TO ALL AUCTION WINS AND PURCHASES MADE FROM MY EBAY STORE ON THE SAME DAY. PLEASE WAIT FOR ME TO SEND YOU AN INVOICE, REFLECTING THE COMBINED SHIPPING DISCOUNT, PRIOR TO MAKING PAYMENT. THANK YOU.ProvenanceThis photo is part of a collection originally amassed by George Smoots. Mr. Smoots wa an oil company credit manager, who had a love for the movies and collected photos of Hollywood stars from the 1920s until his passing in 1951. Mr. Smoots knew most of the studio photographers and through these connections was able to amass a sizable collection. This collection remained undisturbed from his death in 1951 until the early 1980s. The majority of the collection was donated to the Margaret Herrick Library at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in 1992. At that time the donation was the largest one-time donation of photographs ever made by a private party to the Library. An article describing this donation can be found in the June, 1992 Academy Report (Volume 1, No. 2). This photo is part of the remaining photographs that were not donated to AMPAS and represent the best of the best of the Smoots collection. Please keep checking back, as many of the photos from this collection will be made available over the coming months.Things you should know about our photographs: We only sell original vintage / antique collectible photographs. The scanned images of both sides of the photo are oversized to exaggerate details, in order to provide as accurate a representation of the condition of the photograph as possible. Images are scanned on a black background so you can accurately see the condition of the edges and corners of the photograph All photographs are stored in acid free / PVC free plastic sleeves All photographs are shipped in between two pieces of rigid cardboard to protect against damage during shipment. Multiple purchases will be combined to save you on shipping. Please wait for us to send you an invoice, reflecting the combined shipping discount, prior to making payment.CHECK OUT OUR LISTINGS FOR MORE GREAT PHOTOS AND OTHER COLLECTIBLESSEE BELOW FOR PAYMENT AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONSTHANK YOU FOR VISITING. Shipping: Payment: Return Policy: Please check the Shipping and Payments tab at the top of the listing for shipping costs to your location. As well, to save on shipping costs, we would be happy to combine shipping on any multiple purchases from Collectors Shelf. Unless otherwise indicated, items are usually shipped by USPS First Class Mail. For faster service, contact us and we will provide a quote. Full payment required within three (3) days of purchase. Thank you. No Risk Guarantee. We understand when purchasing goods on line, you are basing buying decisions upon the description we provide. We attempt to describe all items to the best of our ability, so that you the buyer do not have any unpleasant surprises. If upon receipt, you are not completely satisfied with the item, we will refund the cost of the item for up to 30 days from the day the photo arrives at your door.

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BILLIE BURKE signed 10×14 THE WIZARD OF OZ 1939 autograph matted SCARCE!!

Signed original autograph of Billie Burke on a piece of paper, together with a 5×7 inch Photo matted – alltogether 10×14 inch. Obtained InPerson. Payment only via paypal. I shipped the letter directly with air mail, the day I’ve received the money. Postage from Germany to the USA will cost 25$ via registered mail.

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BILLIE BURKE – AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1939

HistoryForSaletm Autographs & Manuscripts Make an Offer Today and Get a Quick Response! Take a Look at this Week’s Specials! BILLIE BURKE – AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1939 – HFSID 265772 BILLIE BURKE. Photograph signed: “Yours truly/Billie Burke”. B/w, 9¼x7½. Shown with Oliver Hardy, Jean Parker and James Ellison in movie still from Zenobia (1939). Ink note (unknown hand): “1939”. Broadway star Billie Burke (1885-1970) was married to master showman Florenz Ziegfeld from 1913 until his death in 1932. She received an Academy Award nomination in 1939 for her supporting role as Emily Kilbourne in Merrily We Live. She starred as Mrs. Topper in three successful Topper films, but Burke will always be remembered as Glinda, the Good Witch of the North in The Wizard of Oz. Pinholes at corners and top edge. Bottom edge slightly worn. Ink notes and ink stamp on verso (no show through). Otherwise, fine condition. See more material from these signers: BILLIE BURKE See more listings in our ACTORS & ACTRESSES (13,291) category. Please note that this is an authentically signed item. We do not sell autograph copies or signature reprints Click main eBay images to see larger versions Images shown may contain our company watermark. The actual document does not contain this watermark Certificate of Authenticity This item has been authenticated and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by our parent company, Gallery of History, Inc. We financially stand behind our COA. Our commitment to authenticity and customer satisfaction are the reasons why we’ve been able to stay in business for so long (since 1981)! Ask us about our PSA/DNA and JSA authentication guarantee. Visit our eBay Store today to see over 35,000 Rare Autographs and Manuscripts! Our Third & Best Handbook – The One You Want On Historical Documents! Enhance your collecting experience. Add this definitive guide to historical documents to your autograph purchase. For the experienced and novice collector and for those who just love learning history this beautiful 253-page hardcover volume is for you! For more information visit our eBay Store and select the Autograph Handbook category or click here. Take a look at over 35,000 other listings in these categories: Actors & Actresses | Art & Architecture | Authors | Aviation & Space | Business & Finance | Explorers & Western Americana | Foriegn Leaders | Law & Order | Military | Music & Performers | Presidential | Religion & Humanitarians | Royalty | Science & Medicine | Sports | Supreme Court | U.S. Politicians | Gallery of History is the world’s largest dealer of authentic autographs and manuscripts. Our inventory contains documents in all areas of interest including presidents, royalty, military, aviation, religion, business, science, celebrities, sports, music, authors and more. Whether looking to add to your collection, acquire a unique centerpiece for the home or office, or as a truly one-of-a-kind gift for someone special, you’ll find it here at HistoryForSale. Contact us today and let us assist you in finding that perfect piece. The Gallery of History, founded in 1981, is a long-standing UACC Registered Dealer, #RD110, and is a long-standing member of the Manuscript Society. HistoryForSaletm: Gallery of History through HistoryForSale provides eBay users the ability to bid on and purchase from an inventory which has been collected over an amazing 43 year period. The Gallery of History is the largest dealer in the world with an available inventory that exceeds 230,000 rare autographs and manuscripts. Preserving historical documents is important to us. Your purchase comes to you appropriately protected. Our unframed items are sent to you either in acid-free archival sleeves or have been encapsulated when noted. The majority of our in-house framed items are also encapsulated in acid free sleeves to guard against organic acids, mounted in an acid-free enviroment and are framed behind glass or UF3-AR Plexiglas which blocks out most ultraviolet light. Authenticity: This item has been authenticated and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by our parent company, Gallery of History, Inc. We financially stand behind our COA. Our commitment to authenticity and customer satisfaction are the reasons why we’ve been able to stay in business for so long (since 1981)! Ask us about our PSA/DNA and JSA authentication guarantee. Payment – Buyers will be sent payment instructions following their purchase. Customers are advised that they are responsible for payment of any international duties and/or taxes. Unless otherwise agreed to, complete payment is due within 24 hours of purchase. 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Billie Burke signed Photo 10×13 Clarence Sinclair Bull Type 1 Wizard of Oz JSA

Billie Burke signed Photo 10×13 Clarence Sinclair Bull Type 1 Wizard of Oz JSA What an amazing photo. This photo is in tremendous condition. It has been signed by Billie Burke who played Glenda the Good Witch in The Wizard of Oz. This was signed in 1934 and has the markings of being used in a publication on the back of the photo. This photo has all of the MGM credentials. Rarely do you see any of these images autographed. This comes with a full LOA from JSA. Alltimenicestuff

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