This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/6/2016
Presented is a truly remarkable photo of one of Hollywood's most beloved comedy teams, Laurel and Hardy. The image features the legendary duo in character and is signed by both comedians in fountain pen. Stan Laurel (1890-1965) and Oliver Hardy (1892-1957) had appeared, separately, in hundreds of silent films before being teamed together by Hal Roach in 1927. The pair quickly became the top comedy team of the era, producing both numerous silent and sound shorts through 1935 including The Music Box, which received the Academy Award for Best Comedy Short in 1933. Beginning in the mid 1930's, the pair would move on to features, with Sons of the Desert considered to be their finest full-length film. This phenomenal signed photo, dating from near the start of their popularity, is rare. There is some adhesive residue on the reverse and minor handling wear, otherwise in good condition. We guarantee this lot to pass PSA/DNA or JSA authentication, and full certification can be arranged for an additional fee (please contact us at info@iconicauctions.com for further details).