Published by MGM, New York, 1955
Seller: Lakin & Marley Rare Books ABAA, Mill Valley, CA, U.S.A.
Photograph First Edition
Original Wraps. Condition: USED_FINE. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition, Thus. MGM Publicity Department, New York City, NY, 1955. Original press kit or "Editor's Portfolio" for the 1955 film musical GUYS AND DOLLS. Included in the 9" by 11 ½" press kit are 12 vintage photographs, including glamorous head shots of Marlon Brando, Jean Simmons, Frank Sinatra and Vivian Blaine. Plus 20+ studio-mimeographed pages of promotional information (Synopsis, Cast List, Song List, Production Notes and more). The portfolio is in FINE condition, all contents equally pristine, the twelve fresh photos sport studio snipes on their reverses. All contained in a Fine 10" x 13" MGM printed envelope. In short, this original press kit looks untouched and is likely a rare survival. Press Kits from the 1950s are notoriously rare and this one has a provenance: it came directly from the collection of Turner Classic Movies host Robert Osborne (Letter of Authenticity included).