RARE BETTE DAVIS & JOAN CRAWFORD SIGNED LETTERS WITH COA For Sale

RARE BETTE DAVIS & JOAN CRAWFORD SIGNED LETTERS WITH COATWO HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS • TWO ORIGINAL LETTERS • ONE COLLECTIONA rare opportunity to own original signed correspondence from two of Hollywood’s most iconic actresses: Bette Davis and Joan Crawford.Both actresses were Academy Award winners and major stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Their careers, performances and famous rivalry have made them enduring figures in cinema history. They appeared together in the classic 1962 film What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?, one of the most memorable films associated with both actresses.This collection brings together a full Bette Davis signature and a full Joan Crawford signature on original personal letters. Finding correspondence from both actresses offered together is an unusual opportunity for collectors of classic Hollywood memorabilia.BETTE DAVIS, 1908–1989ORIGINAL HANDWRITTEN AND SIGNED LETTERThe Bette Davis item is an original handwritten letter signed in full “Bette Davis”.The letter thanks the recipient for sending flowers, refers to an accident and expresses her appreciation. It provides more than just a signature: it is an example of Davis’s own handwriting and personal correspondence.The letter is accompanied by an R&R Enterprises / R&R Autograph sales Certificate of Authenticity identifying it as an autograph letter signed by Bette Davis.Certificate reference: #3156688, Catalogue 326, Item 882.JOAN CRAWFORD, 1906–1977ORIGINAL TYPED LETTER SIGNED IN FULLThe Joan Crawford item is an original typed personal letter dated 7 May 1976 and signed in full “Joan Crawford”.The letter is addressed to Faith Woolley. Crawford thanks her for writing, refers to her autobiography My Way of Life and sends her best wishes.The letter is written on stationery bearing Crawford’s printed name and is accompanied by the original return-address envelope and previous sale documentation.WHY THIS COLLECTION IS SPECIALBette Davis and Joan Crawford are two of the most recognisable names from classic Hollywood.Each actress has a distinctive full signature, and both are presented here on original personal correspondence rather than on modern reproductions or printed images.Their connection through What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? and their place in Hollywood history make this a particularly appealing pairing for collectors.This is an opportunity to own two original letters connected to two legendary actresses, offered together as one collection.AUTHENTICITY AND DOCUMENTATIONIncluded with the collection:• Original handwritten and signed Bette Davis letter
• R&R Enterprises / R&R Autograph sales Certificate of Authenticity for the Bette Davis letter
• Original typed and signed Joan Crawford letter
• Original Joan Crawford return-address envelope
• Previous sale documentation relating to the Joan Crawford letterCONDITIONBoth letters are vintage originals and show signs of age and previous handling.The Bette Davis letter has age-related toning, fold marks, old tape staining and paper loss to the upper-right corner. These details are also noted in the accompanying documentation. The handwriting and signature remain clearly visible.The Joan Crawford letter and envelope show age-related wear, staining and handling consistent with vintage correspondence.
A BEAUTIFUL DISPLAY OPPORTUNITYMy original intention was to have these two iconic Hollywood signatures professionally framed together, alongside the classic photograph of Bette Davis and Joan Crawford from What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? The idea was to create a striking, museum-style display, with the photograph taking centre stage and just the two magnificent full signatures visible beneath it, beautifully mounted and presented side by side. Given the legendary rivalry between these two Hollywood greats, I felt this would make an exceptional statement piece and a wonderful conversation starter for any home, cinema room or serious memorabilia collection. I ultimately decided to leave the original letters intact and unframed, giving the next owner the opportunity to create their own bespoke display while preserving the complete historical correspondence.Please study all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. The items are sold in their existing condition and are not described as mint or unrestored.A rare and highly appealing collection for admirers of Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, classic cinema and Hollywood history.TWO HOLLYWOOD ICONSTWO ORIGINAL PERSONAL LETTERSTWO COMPLETE SIGNATURESONE REMARKABLE COLLECTIONOffered together as one collection.