Actor tragically stabbed to death at the age of 37. Starred in such classics as Rebel Without A Cause, Giant, and Exodus. Nominated for two Academy Awards and had won an Emmy and a Golden Globe before he was 21. Incredible, one-of-a-kind, original “Reportrait” consists of a stippled portrait of Mineo in pea coat and cap, 13.5 x 17, by George Haessler, along with Mineo’s own handwritten and signed philosophies regarding three areas. In part: On Acting: “Acting is my life…I feel that I’m living the character I dream about…I prefer to play tragic characters. Lost, misunderstood, lonely, twisted, afraid but strong and rebellious! Most unusual is my desire to play a death scene! A tragic death scene in - - - -?” On Painting: “I have not shown anyone my paintings for I believe they are too revealing!” On Movies, Television & Broadway: “Broadway, prestige, ego, thrill of immediate response. Television - you can’t goof! Movies! I wish we had more films like Hiroshima Mon Amour, 400 Blows, Exodus…I do consider making movies an art!” Signed “Sal Mineo, Dec. 9, 1960, Detroit.” The “Reportrait” is loosely matted to a slightly larger sheet to an overall size of 16 x 20. In fine condition, with light edge toning, minor discoloration at the corners and edges from previous mounting. A truly exceptional find! PSA/DNA COA and R&R COA.
