signed framed
1919 · New York
by BERNHARDT, Sarah (1844 - 1923)
New York, 1919. framed. 9 x 6.25-inch sepia-tone image of the actress in the title roll of La Tosca, Palace Theatre, New York City, with W.R. Sill stamp on the back. Inscribed with a four-word sentiment and full signature -- "Sarah Bernhardt, 1919." Double-matted in gold and beige and set in gold wooden frame measuring 15 x 12 inches. Scattered light spotting in the field with one insignificant surface mark; otherwise very good condition. Signed images of Bernhardt in the title role of La Tosca larger than a cabinet card are almost nonexistent. French actress known as "The Divine Sarah," who became one of the most revered personalities ever to grace the stage. (Inventory #: 267281)