These print 4 postcards to a sheet so you can make up. An autograph book is a book for collecting the autographs of others. John jeske and the chaney mystique will for the first time present an unexplored and controversial side of the great silent film actor lon chaney s life by taking a close look at his relationship with companion, chauffeur, and makeup assistant, john jeske. A great opportunity for fans to pick up a piece of iconic hollywood horror history is kicking off on monday thanks to. A century it seems like a long time to the outside world, but to the enclosed group of chaneys it skipped by rather quickly. He is regarded as one of the most versatile and powerful. Lon chaney sr man of faces bill nelson portfolio w. My friend lon told our family that he was the first lon born lon chaney. His ability to transform himself using makeup techniques he developed earned him the nickname the man of a thousand faces. Their modern derivations include yearbooks, friendship books, and guest books. Creighton came into the world prematurely at seven months on a cold winter day. The author did an incredible job on researching the life of lon chaney sr. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the.
Quasimodo with lon chaney boris karloff peter lorre bela. Lon chaney sr unholy three 1930 original still photo. Every purchase includes our industry recognized coa. Leonidas frank lon chaney april 1, 1883 august 26, 1930 was an american stage and film actor, makeup artist, director and screenwriter. He was the son of silent screen star lon chaney and singing sensation francis cleveland creighton cleva. Laid in is an autograph letter signed by mary philbin, costar with lon chaney sr. Jan 25, 1995 michael has written a trilogy of books on lon chaney, sr. This dvd, an undercrank productions, 82 minutes, offers a rare look at an emerging talent that in a span of just three short years would share the spotlight with the immortalsdouglas fairbanks, william s. For that one autograph youve got to have, but you cant find, call us at 1800gallery 18004255379 or send us a message and we will be glad to assist you. Traditionally they were exchanged among friends, colleagues, and classmates to fill with poems, drawings, personal messages, small pieces of verse, and other mementos. Memorabilia autographs founder and president, allen rodwill is a wellknown, respected trusted member of an industry he has served for 35 years. He was the son of silent screen star lon chaney and singing sensation francis cleveland creighton. Items marked as ink bleed, or slight ink bleed indicate that the banks processing stamp on the back has bled through in the signature area. Meticulously researched, well written, and lavishly illustrated, all.
Aug 03, 2017 posted this due to the network airing silent flix of lon chaney, sr. Young cleva had a very difficult labor and the baby was born. Traditionally they were exchanged among friends, colleagues, and classmates to fill with poems, drawings, personal messages, small. This autograph book is even more fun when paired with a hollywood theme. Vintage horror movie lobby cards, posters, and more going up. Amazon rewards visa signature cards store card amazon business card. Chaney was known for his starring roles in such silent horror films as the hunchback of notre dame 1923 and the phantom of the opera 1925.
To you my friend barbara bedford most sincerely yours lon. This guest book is a great way to keep track of all the memories you make with your friends on your birthday, baby shower, bar mitzvah, or other special event. But we, as a family, seemed to have the facility of making fun into fun, and tough into fun. Photoplay book of the 1924 silent drama film he who gets slapped. Michael has written a trilogy of books on lon chaney, sr.
He is regarded as one of the most versatile and powerful actors of cinema, renowned for his characterizations of tortured, often grotesque and afflicted characters, and his groundbreaking artistry with makeup. Leonidas frank lon chaney was an american stage and film actor, makeup artist, director and screenwriter. When ron became lon chaney in hollywood appeared first on shock till you drop. This photo was uploaded by movie still photographs, plot synopsis and credits for the silent film the unholy three, released in 1925 george hurrell lon chaney sr. Hart and tom mix, valentino, chaplin and keatonsilent stars of the silver screen. The overall size is 22 78 x 29 716 and is ready to hang in your horror entertainment room. Lon chaneys unique artistry in motion pictures, is a worthy and muchwelcome companion volume to the authors first book.
February 10, 1906 july 12, 1973 was an american actor known for playing larry talbot in the 1941 film the wolf man and various other horror films from universal studios including frankenstein meets the wolf man 1943 abbott and costello meet frankenstein 1948 son of dracula. The wolf man makeup consisted of yak hair glued to his face then signed. This site went on line in 1996 and was previously maintained on an aol server. Lon chaney the man of faces characters horror movie. Hunchback of notre dame lon chaney, 1923, vintage still. I have to imagine this was done to help pad out the issue to 100 pages. Our famouschecks autograph price guide is derived from realized prices from major auctions including ebay, trade shows, and dealer catalogs.
The man of 1,000 faces in a picture with 1,000 thrills. He was one of the most versatile and powerful actors of early cinema. May 22, 2012 i have to imagine this was done to help pad out the issue to 100 pages. Sadly, lon was taken suddenly in 1992 as the result of an auto accident while returning home from his aerospace business. Even correspondence with biographer gary don rhodes failed to unearth any reason for chaneys inability to enlist. Each piece includes lon jrs signature on a personal check and comes with a letter of authenticity from the ceo of chaney entertainment, inc.
This dvd, an undercrank productions, 82 minutes, offers a rare look at an emerging talent that in a span of just three short years would share. Framed pieces are packed by a professional service. This autograph came from the collection of cpl james warrick who handled all the hollywood talent during the uso tour in the 1940s and was himself a decorated war hero. The film starred lon chaney as nononsense detective dan callahan, and as always, chaney threw himself passionately into his role. Best known for the toughasnails gunnery sergeant emil foley in the 1982 film an officer and a gentleman, lou gossett jr. Homemade disney autograph books for you to customize. To buy, auction, sell or consign your lon chaney autograph, jr. Out of all of the actors in the world he is probably the most collected by. If you are interested in licensing, film clips, appearances or for advertisement please contact.
See more ideas about lon chaney, actor and silent film. Unfollow lon chaney autograph to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Chaney was known for his starring roles in such silent horror films as the hunchback of notre dame and the phantom of the opera. Vintage movie posters celebrity autographs original movie posters autographed sports memorabilia circus posters lon chaney sr unholy three 1930 original still photo lon chaney sr unholy three. Lou gossett jr an actor and a gentleman washington times. Signed on the slightly shaded area of the photo across his jacket. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. To you my friend barbara bedford most sincerely yours lon chaney beautiful photo double weight with mat finish. Lon chaney 8 x 10 autograph reprint the hunchback of notre dame mockery.
I am sorry about the delay in returning the book and papers. Lon chaney the man of a thousand faces american masters pbs. Welcome to the official chaney family website where you can find everything related to lon chaney, lon chaney jr. When chaney was finished with the makeup, it was as if the hunchback of hugos book had walked directly off the pages. Utilizing his earned doctorate from temple university in. Most of the good chaneys i have seen over the years have been high quality original mgm. His ability to transform himself using makeup techni. This guest book is a great way to keep track of all the memories you make with your friends on your birthday, baby shower, bar mitzvah. Vintage horror movie lobby cards, posters, and more going up for auction. Vintage movie posters celebrity autographs original movie posters autographed sports memorabilia circus posters lon chaney sr unholy three 1930 original still photo lon chaney sr unholy three 1930 original 8x10 still photo beautiful original vintage 1930 still photo from the lon chaney sr classic unholy three.
Unfollow lon chaney to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Chaney signed a sworn statement declaring that five of the key voices in the film the ventriloquist, the old woman. Autographed hand signed original double weight vintage 8x10 photo inscribed long inscription reads. Welcome to the oldest and largest web site for legendary silent actor lon chaney, sr. February 10, 1906 july 12, 1973 was an american actor known for playing larry talbot in the 1941 film the wolf man and various other horror films from universal. Blakes second book on lon chaney, a thousand faces. The man behind the thousand faces blake, michael f. Make sure your party is one to remember with our autograph book. Vintage movie posters celebrity autographs original movie posters autographed sports memorabilia circus posters hunchback of notre dame lon chaney, 1923, vintage still photo carl laemmles the. Meticulously researched, well written, and lavishly illustrated, all tree are worth adding to a movierelated bookshelf. Pierce was the man behind lons wolf man and his three appearances as the mummy.
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