The newly discovered collection of Pamela Rankin-Smith, a socialite and photographer who captured candid photos of iconic figures from the last quarter of the twentieth century, along with her negative catalog and rights, will be presented at auction.
When we held Part I, which was the introduction to the world of this socialite photographer's photographic works, collectors from around the world participated in the auction, setting several records.
Of course, that was Part 1...
The list of signed iconic celebrity photographs by Smith being presented at Part II will appeal to even more collectors. Iconic figures from Actors, TV Personalities, Political Figures, Writers, Dancers, Musical notables, and Sports Icons, will be presented in Part II.
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LOT 118:
Mary Martin, 1982 : Signed Photo Portrait
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Sold for: $55
Start price:
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Estimated price:
$100 - $1,000
Auction house commission: 20%
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Mary Martin, 1982 : Signed Photo Portrait
B/W photo of Mary Martin by P.Rankin- Smith mounted on art paper /board and signed on the margin by Mary Martin. The signature is authentic with provenance. Image size : 5.5 x 6.5 inches. Mount size: 11 x 14 inches. "Mary Virginia Martin was an American actress, singer, and Broadway star. A muse of Rodgers and Hammerstein, she originated many leading roles over her career including Nellie Forbush in South Pacific, Peter Pan in Peter Pan, and Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music. She was named a Kennedy Center Honoree in 1989. Wikipedia; Born: December 1, 1913, Weatherford, TXDied: November 3, 1990, Rancho Mirage, CA"
