Stepin Fetchit (12 results)

Soft cover. Condition: VGF. A VGF or better pressbook with no cuts or missing pages. 1947 re-release one page press sheet. Size: 11" X 14". Book.

No Binding. Condition: VG+. 1st Edition. 217-98. A VG or better original 8 x 10 still. Size: 8" x 10". Photographic Image.

No Binding. Condition: VGF. A good or better original 8 x 10 still. Size: 8" x 10". Photographic Image.

No Binding. Condition: VGF. A VG or better original 8 x 10 still. Size: 8" x 10". Photographic Image.

No Binding. Condition: VG+. 1st Edition. 303-50. A VGF or better original release 8 x 10 still. Size: 8" x 10". Poster.

Signed by actor, performer Stepin Fetchit. Fine. The image is of Stepin Fetchit in a comic scene from one of his films, answering a phone as he is barely waking up. On the verso is printed: ÒLatin Quarters Presents Stepin Fechit In PersonÓ with the lyrics to the song ÔRichardĠs AnswerĠ. Stepin Fetchit (Lincoln Theodore Monroe, 1892 - 1985) began his long career on stage and in film as a vaudeville performer in the 20s. He went on to appear in many films, becoming the first African-American actor to receive feature billing in American movies. In 1976 he received a special Image Award from the Hollywood chapter of the NAACP and in 1978 was elected to the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame. Some of his best known work is in such films as John FordĠs Steamboat ÔRound the Bend, Dimples (with Shirley Temple), On the Avenue, Miracle in Harlem, Bend of the River, etc.

Photograh. Original Signed Photograph. INSCRIBED AND SIGNED IN RED INK AND A SHAKY HAND BY STEPIN FETCHIT IN 1980. Black and white reprint portrait of the great but controversial African American character actor. Also included is an unsigned reprint portrait printed on heavy stock paper, and a piece of an envelope with Mr. Fetchit's address written in red ink and a shaky hand. Sold as a collection. Vg. Book.

From the collection of Rolling Stones drummer and jazz aficionado Charlie Watts, with his posthumous bookplate: signed, "Best, Stepin Fetchit", Perry (1902-1985) is shown in character in typically disreputable costume. His is a far from common signature and this is a nice example. Perry's screen persona became highly controversial, seen as representing a negative racial stereotype, and by the early 50s he was forced to adjust his performances, unsuccessfully, to the times. What is undeniable is that he had been hugely popular and had a long and extremely successful career, appearing in 54 films between 1925 and 1976. He was the first black actor to become a millionaire (although he filed for bankruptcy in 1947 with assets of just $146) and the first black actor to receive a screen credit. In 1976 he was the recipient of an NAACP Image Award, two years later being inducted into the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame. The reverse advertises his show at the Zanzibar Club, and prints the words of "Laura Brown - theme song of the next picture." The song and any film to which it may relate are untraceable. Black and white post-card (140 x 90 mm). A little rubbed, and slightly rippled, but very good.

Debuting in 1927, black comic character actor Lincoln Perry portrayed the offensively mumbling, shuffling sidekick -- billed "The Laziest Man in the World" -- in countless films and is often considered the first African-American to have a true career in Hollywood. PS, 4ĵ" X 5½", n.p., n.d. [ca. 1965]. Very good. Cheaply printed postcard photograph showing Fetchit with Jimmy Stewart in "Bend of the River" (1952), signed boldly by Fetchit in green ballpoint along the top. Address portion on verso is blank and text-heavy left side shows Fetchit with Muhammad Ali.

Ephemera. Fine. 8'' x 10''inch glossy b/w photography. Photograph is in beautiful condition no flaws. Frame Ready.

unbound. Black-and-white scrapbook style photo postcard, promoting his night-club act, 5 x 3 inches, with show information printed on verso. Signed with green ink in the upper left corner. No place, no date, circa 1950. Very good condition.

No Binding. Condition: Very Good. ("Stepin Fetchit") in blue fountain pen ink on vintage blue album leaf with b/w halftone photograph of Stepin Fetchit laid down. 6" x 4 1/2". With notation in the top margin "Nov. 2 36 - Preview 'Go West Young Man' Stepin Fetchit". With bold signature of actress Gracie Fields (also known as Dame Gracie Fields and Our Gracie). on the verso. Bold signed: "Stepin Fetchit" Boldly signed on the verso" "Gracie Fields". Signed by Author(s).