MISS GAYNOR ROWLANDS : ENGLISH STAGE ACTRESS; SINGER, AND DANCER

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These vintage real photo postcards feature English actress, singer, and dancer, Gaynor Rowlands (1883-1906). She carried the nickname of “The Nightingale of Wales”. She started her career in Empire Theatres’s Ballet. Upon graduation, she joined the company chorus line of George Edwarde’s Gaiety Theatre. She toured India in 1901/02. She quickly became a star and she became the most photographed of the “Gaiety Girls”. She was a popular subject of photo postcards and theatre magazine articles. Rowland’s life was cut short when she died of heart failure at the age of twenty-three after surgery for appendicitis. Eight portraits of Gaynor are in England’s National Portrait Gallery. The IMDb reports that she has one film in her filmography. lt was released in 1905.

Postcard 1 is a pretty portrait of Miss Rowlands that was published by Raphael Tuck & Sons as part of the Glosso Postcard Series (No. 5709) and the “Celebrities of the Stage Series”. The writer of this postcard used only one word to describe Gaynor. That word is “Lovely”. There is no doubt about the date that this postcard was written and sent. Not only does the postmark reveal that this card was mailed in 1905, but the writer wrote the same date on the front of the postcard. The card was mailed from Hounslow, a borough of London. This postcard is in good condition (see scans).

Postcard 2 is a portrait postcard that was published by Rotary Photo as part of a series (No. 1615U). Note Miss Rowland’s necklace and earrings. The message on this card offers Christmas greetings. The postcard was postmarked on Christmas day in 1908. This postcard is in very good condition (see scans). (SOLD)

Postcard 3 was published by Rotary Photo as part of a series (No.1887 T). Embedded in the image is the logo for “Play Pictorial”. The postcard was posted with a British stamp and a postmark from 1906. The card is in very good condition (see scans).

Postcard 4 was published by Davidson Bros. as part of the “Glossyphoto” series (No.1417). The card was postmarked in 1907. (SOLD) 

Postcard 5 was published by Ralph Dunn & Company which operated out of London, England. The card is part of a series (no.418). The postcard was manufactured in Berlin, Germany and is in very good condition (see scans).                                                                                                        

Postcard 6 was published by Rapid Photo as part of the Silverprint series (No.3923). The postcard is of British origin.   (SOLD)                   .

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FLORENCE VIDOR : SILENT FILM ACTRESS : WIFE OF FILM DIRECTOR KING VIDOR 

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Postcard 1 is a vintage real photo postcard featuring silent film actress Florence Vidor (1895-1977). Florence was born in Houston, Texas. She began working in silent films due to the influence of her husband, King Vidor. He was a film director, film producer, and screenwriter. The pair married in 1915. Her first film contract was with Vitagraph Studios in 1916. She became a well known actress after her appearance in “Hail the Woman” (1921). Florence was noted to be one of early Hollywood’s great beauties. During the 1920’s, she was a major star for Paramount Pictures. She was the leading lady to actors Sessue Hayakawa and “drag star”, Julian Eltinge. She also acted for director Cecil B. DeMille. Sound films brought about the end of her performing career. In fact, she had so much difficulty with sound films, that she retired from acting before finishing the movie in which she was appearing. Florence divorced her husband in 1924. She married the talented and popular classical violinist, Jascha Heifetz in 1928. Their marriage ended in divorce in 1945. This photo portrait postcard can be found in the collection of the National Museum of American History (Smithsonian Institute). This vintage postcard is uncommon. SOLD

Postcard 2 was published by Alfred Noyer as part of a series (No.351). Note the logo for Paramount Films in the bottom right hand corner of the image. SOLD 

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DOROTHY LAMOUR : AMERICAN SINGER AND ACTRESS : UNCOMMON RPPC

This postcard features a portrait of pretty American actress and singer, Dorothy Lamour (1914-1996). She is frequently remembered for her appearance in the “Road to …” movies. This 1940”s series of popular comedies also starred Bing Crosby and Bob Hope. Lamour got her performing start as a big band singer in the 1930’s. In 1936 she was signed by Paramount Pictures. That same year she reached famedom for her appearance in “The Jungle Princess”. In the early 1950’s Lamour’s film career began to wane and she focused on stage and television appearances.  Lamour was born in New Orleans. Her parents were waiters. She quit school at 14. Soon after, she took business courses and worked as a secretary. She entered beauty contests and was named Miss New Orleans in 1931. Lamour began to perform in stock theater companies. She moved to Chicago with her mother and got a job as an elevator operator at Marshall Fields. She was just 16. She auditioned around the city and was hired as a singer for an orchestra. Next stop was vaudeville and radio. In 1935, she had her own weekly radio show. Her radio work included singing and acting. Lamour performed in two Broadway shows (1958,1995). Her IMDb filmography includes 73 credits. Lamours portrait on this postcard displays her beauty. This uncommon vintage postcard is part of the Viny Series (No.2111). The scallop edged postcard is of French origin. (SOLD)

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ALICE RUSSON : IRISH STAGE AND SILENT FILM STAR : RPPC (1908)

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This vintage real photo postcard (Postcard 1) features Irish actress, singer, and dancer, Alice Russon. She acted in musical comedies and silent films. Russon’s stage work included “The Girl from Kay’s” (1904), “Cinderella” (1907), and “The Arcadians” (1911). In 1906, she appeared in a variety show headlined by Will Rogers. In 1912 and 1913, she performed in Australia. According to IMDb, Russon appeared in three British silent films including “Democracy” (1918) and “All Men are Liars” (1919). Russon was married to actor, Vernon Davidson. It is reported that she was an amateur photographer. This postcard was published by Rotary Photo as part of the Rotary Photographic Series (No. 4139 B). The card has a postmark from Cambridge, England (dated 1908). The message on the reverse of the card, like today’s text messages, is short and sweet. The writer simply writes “Getting on alright”.  (SOLD)

Postcard 2 was published by Rotary Photo as part of a series (No. 1803 O). Russon’s photograph was taken by Sydney Wood.  (SOLD)

Postcard 3 was published by Philco as part of a series (No. 3437 D). Russon’s photograph was taken by Dover Street Studios. The card has a postmark dated 1908. The message on the reverse of the card, states that the writer attended the theatre the night before writing. She reports that she saw actress, Marie Studholme and that Miss Studholme was “very good, pretty and just as nice as she looks on postcards”. This postcard is in good condition (see scans).

Postcard 4 was published by Raphael Tuck as part of a series (No.T160). (SOLD)

Postcard 5 was published by Philco as part of a series (No. 3437 D). This photo captures Miss Russon in costume for her role as “Cinderella”. Russon’s photograph was taken by Dover Street Studios. The card has a postmark dated 1908. The message on the reverse of the card, states that the writer attended the theatre the night before writing. She reports that she saw actress, Marie Studholme and that Miss Studholme was “very good, pretty and just as nice as she looks on postcards”. (SOLD)

Postcard 6 features Russon looking quite pretty as she sits on a wall holding a parasol. She is wearing a frilly dress and has flowers in her hair. This postcard was published by Rapid Photo as part of a series (No.3230). The card has a postmark from London, England (dated 1906). (SOLD)

Postcard 7 was published by J. R. R. E. as part of a series (No.10). Russon’s photograph was taken by James Cooper & Son Studios. The card has a postmark dated 1904.  (SOLD)

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BETTY BALFOUR: “BRITAINS QUEEN OF HAPPINESS” (3 VINTAGE REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS)

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Have you ever heard of Betty Balfour? You would definitely know who she was if you lived in England during the silent film era because she is considered the most popular actress there during the 1920’s. She was known as the “British Mary Pickford” and “Britain’s Queen of Happiness”. Her fans knew her best for her “Squibs” series of films. Betty Balfour (1903-1977) was also known for her stage career. She made her stage debut in 1913 and worked in theater for several years before entering the film industry. She did not attempt to extend her career to Hollywood  but she did star in a number of German films. In Britain she starred in Alfred Hitchcock’s “Champagne” (1928). Her sound era debut was in “The Nipper” (1930), Her popularity began to drop in the 1930’s though she still was getting film roles. In all, she appeared in more than 35 films. Balfour was married to composer Jimmy Campbell but the marriage fell apart in 1941 after a ten year run. She attempted a theater comeback in 1952 but it failed. She died in Weybridge, Surrey, England at the age of seventy-four. This vintage real photo postcard was produced by Picturegoer as part of a series (no. 2a). The company was based in London. Picturegoer was a British fan magazine focussing on contemporary films and the actors and actresses who performed in them. Picturegoer also published postcards. In fact, they produced over 6500 different real photo postcards on 2000 actors and actresses.

The second real photo postcard see here is of unknown origin. The publisher is not identified nor is the photographer. Interestingly, just as in the first image, Miss Balfour is wearing pearls. She certainly was quite pretty. This vintage postcard is in excellent condition (see scans).

The third real photo postcard features Miss Balfour in costume wearing a headpiece with very large feathers. Her v-neck dress is very beautiful. The portrait of Miss Balfour was taken by the Maull and Fox studio. The postcard was published by Cinimagazine and was part of a series (no. 84). Henry Maull (1829-1914) was a British photographer known for his portraits of famous individuals. He became a member of the Royal Photographic Society in 1870. During his career he had several partnerships. One of these partnerships (c1856-1865) was with George Henry Polyblank and the pair were very talented and produced great photographs. Between 1879 and 1885 Maul partnered with John Fox (1832-1907). The partnership with Fox was ended due to bankruptcy. However, the studio’s name was maintained after the bankruptcy by Fox’s son Herbert. Examination of the date of Maull and Fox’s partnership, it is clear that this photograph was produced by a photographer operating after the reign of Maull and Fox. Much of Maull’s work can be seen at the National Portrait Gallery in London, England.

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MARY MANNERING: THEATRE STAR

Mary Mannering (1875-1953), stage star,  is featured in this cabinet card photograph by Schloss of New York City, New York.  Mary Mannering was born in London, England. She had her theatrical debut in Manchester in 1892. Daniel Frohman, theatrical producer and manager, convinced her to come to New York in 1896. She was quite successful in America. She played leading roles in romantic comedies and dramas for more than a decade. After appearing in 19 Broadway plays, she retired at the peak of her popularity, after playing in the “Garden of Allah” (1911). The  photographer,  Schloss was a well known New York City photographer who was famous for his portraits of theatrical stars. Note the foxing on this image. This cabinet card is in fair condition (see scans).

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ANGELA IPPAVITZ : ITALIAN SILENT FILM ACTRESS : HEADRESS : DIVA : RPPC : 1920’s

This vintage real photo postcard features Italian silent film actress, Angela Ippaviz. This postcard was published by A Traldi. The firm was located in Milan, Italy and operated between 1902 and 1918. The card was published by A. Traldi as part of a series (No.767). This postcard is in excellent condition (see scans).

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NAIMA WIFSTRAND : FASHION : RISQUE : SWEDISH SINGER & ACTRESS : INGMAR BERGMAN

This risque vintage real photo postcard features Swedish film actress, operetta singer, troubadour, director and composer; Naima Wifstrand. If that isn’t enough job titles, we must add that she played several supporting roles in the films of Ingmar Bergman. This photo is risque for it’s era. Note her headress and jewelry. Naima was born in Stockholm. She did not study acting until 1905, when she joined a leading Theatre company. She travelled with them for several years, playing smaller roles. She decided that she preferred singing and she became a famous and successful grand operetta star for 30 years in Sweden. She received her singing training at the Swedish Royal Academy of Music. She returned to acting in the 1940’s and became on of Sweden’s best supporting and character actresses on stage and film. The IMDb lists 63 credits in her filmography between 1927 and 1968. This card’s photographic image was taken by Ferd. Flodin in 1917. He operated a studio in Stockholm. This postcard is in very good condition (see scans).

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DOROTHY DIX : ENGLISH THEATRE ACTRESS : IN “THE WHITE MAN” (1908)

This vintage real photo postcard features English theater actress, Dorothy Dix (1892-1970), Her London debut was in 1907. She became a major player after her appearance in “The White Man” (1908). This portrait postcard captures her in the role of Nat-u-ritch from that play. “The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News” explains the plot of the play as follows. Dix plays the role of a “white man’s” wife who commits suicide to free her husband. The play was presented at London’s Lyric Theatre. Other appearances include “The Three Musketeers”, “The Cherry Orchard” and “Hamlet”. She appeared in the film, “The First Mrs. Fraser” (1932). This portrait postcard was published by Rotary Photo as part of a series (No.4921B). Miss Dix’s photograph was taken by the Foulsham & Banfield studio. The postcard is in good condition (see scans). 

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NINA WOOD : STAGE ACTRESS AND MUSIC HALL PERFORMER

This vintage real photo postcard features pretty stage actress Miss Nina Wood. She is wearing flowers in her hair. Note the length of her hair. The postcard was published by Rotary Photo as part of a series (No. 1787A). Miss Woods photograph is by the Johnston & Hoffman studio. Theodore Julius Hoffmann and P. A. Johnston established a commercial photography studio in Calcutta (1882) and Darjeeling (1890). They also operated a studio in Simla. Johnston and Hoffmann’s photography business was the second largest commercial photography studio in India in that period. Many of their images were of North and Northeast India as well as Sikkim and Nepal. Johnston & Hoffmann produced many photographs of actors and actresses. It is certain that these performers did not travel to India to have their photo taken. It seems likely that Johnston & Hoffmann also had a studio in England during some part of their careers. This postcard is unposted and in very good condition (see scans). 

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