ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Donnie Dunagan, who played Peter, the son of Wolf and Elsa von Frankenstein in Son of Frankenstein. Karloff and Donnie became great pals on the picture, and as Christmas arrived during the film’s final stages of shooting, Karloff sent Donnie a toy train set. Donnie replied with a thank you note, which in turn was followed this reply from Karloff. In full: “I’m so glad you like the train & that you are having fun with it. Thank you so for asking for my picture, which I am enclosing. I do hope we work together again soon & this time maybe I won’t have to be a giant.” Karloff is of course making reference to himself as the Monster in Son of Frankenstein. Accompanied by three original unsigned vintage photos of Dunagan with the train at Christmas. In fine condition, with moderate intersecting storage folds. A great testimonial as to why Hollywood-at-large referred to Karloff as “Dear Boris,” and its reference to the Monster make this a very desirable piece. PSA/DNA Auction LOA and R&R COA.
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