literature “I am a person who never goes anywhere, except when men like Conan Doyle come and drag me out of my rooms” 476. James M. Barrie Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “J. M. Barrie,” one page, 4.5 x 6.75, June 10, 1892. Handwritten letter to Richard Holt Hutton, editor of the Spectator. In full: “I am a person who never goes anywhere, except when men like Conan Doyle come and drag me out of my rooms before I can get the door locked.” In fine condition. An unusual letter associating two of the great names in popular English literature. Starting Bid $200
Oversized original artwork by Bemelmans for Yolanda and the Thief 478. Ludwig Bemelmans Original Painting. Belgian-born American author and illus-
trator (1898-1962) best known for his now-classic series of Madeleine children’s books. Fabulous original painting by Ludwig Bemelmans for “Yolanda and the Thief,” accomplished in gouache on paper in a 24 x 28 wooden inset frame, signed and dated on the frame in paint, “’45, Bemelmans.” Subsequently ornately framed to an overall size of 29 x 33.5. In very good to fine condition, with some scuffing to the signature, and some damage to the outer frame. Bemelmans sold MGM the screen rights to his 1943 short story ‘Yolanda and the Thief,’ and the Technicolor musical film, directed by Vincente Minnelli and starring Fred Astaire, debuted in 1945. This enchanting original artwork by Bemelmans may have been a preliminary concept for a poster or advertising design. Although the film was received poorly at the box office, it has earned cult-classic status for its fantastic visuals and whimsical, dreamlike quality. Starting Bid $300
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