Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 301A:
Framed Picture of Rudolph Valentino (1895-1926) . Rudolph was the most famous Silent Screen star of the 1920s. A collector of antique weapons, automobiles and fine art. In this original signed photograph Valentino plays a rogue Cossack in the film The Eagle (1925) in complete uniform. The hat was sold at auction for $15,360 (1989). Also offered in this sale The magnificent pair of pistols with holster and bullet pouch (lot 288) which are attributed to his collection. These pistols were among over 2,000 items sold at Valentino’s 1929 auction in Los Angeles, California. Dimensions: framed – 13 1/2" x 12 1/4". Image – 3" x 4 1/2"
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