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Lot #1089
Georges Méliès

Rare receipt from the French filmmaking pioneer

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Rare receipt from the French filmmaking pioneer

French filmmaker (1861-1938) famous for leading many technical and narrative developments in the earliest cinema. He was the progenitor of the use of special effects in film and produced A Trip to the Moon (1902), widely recognized as the first science fiction film. Partly-printed DS, in French, signed “G. Melies,” one page, 8.5 x 10.75, September 6, 1912. Official receipt on ornate "Manufacture de Films pour Cinematographes" letterhead, signed at the conclusion by Melies. In fine condition, with torn file holes to the left edge. Accompanied by a typed royalty statement from the next year.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #589 - Ended August 12, 2020





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