Though one of the most popular silent screen comediennes, Marion Davies is best remembered today for her relationship with newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst. Vintage sepia matte-finish 9.5 x 12.5 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Gus Edwards, With best wishes from Marion Davies.” Gus Edwards was a composer, songwriter and producer, and also a charter member of ASCAP. In very good condition, with overall light mottled appearance to image, mild soiling along top edge and a horizontal crease to upper left. Heartfelt inscription and signature are bold and legible. R&R COA.
