1934 Gloria Swanson and Douglass Montgomery in Music in the Air Photograph

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1934 Gloria Swanson and Douglass Montgomery in Music in the Air Photograph:
$200.00

DATE: 1934PHOTOGRAPHER: UnknownSUBJECT: Gloria Swanson (see bio below)PROCESS: Gelatin SilverSIZE: 8" x 9.875"CONDITION: Slight creasing to top-right. Scotch tape on top-middle edge reinforcing damage. See photosSHIPPING: Shipping cost is non-negotiable, please consider it when offerding/buying.COMBINED SHIPPING: Yes, I do combine shipping. Additional shipping per item is 20% of the lower shipping cost [For example, if 2 items are purchased that have a $30 and $10 shipping cost each, the combined shipping cost becomes $32 for the 2 items]. If offerding/buying more than 1 item, please wait for an invoice with combined shipping before Swanson (March 27, 1899 – April 4, 1983) was an American actress and producer, widely regarded as one of the most glamorous and influential stars of the silent film era. Known for her commanding screen presence, dramatic versatility, and business acumen, she became a major box-office draw and a symbol of Hollywood sophistication.Born in Chicago, Illinois, Swanson was raised in a modest household and began performing as a child in vaudeville and stage productions. She entered the film industry in the 1910s, initially appearing in shorts and comedies, and soon signed with Paramount Pictures, where she became one of the studio’s top stars. Swanson collaborated with prominent directors, including Cecil B. DeMille, and her performances in films such as Male and Female and Sadie Thompson showcased her ability to convey both vulnerability and strength.Swanson was notable not only for her acting but also for her savvy in shaping her public image, often controlling her wardrobe, publicity, and career choices in a manner uncommon for women in early Hollywood. She successfully transitioned to sound films, though her most iconic role came with the 1950 film Sunset Boulevard, directed by Billy Wilder. In it, she portrayed Norma Desmond, a faded silent film star, earning critical acclaim and a renewed prominence in American cinema.Beyond film, Swanson was a pioneering businesswoman, producing her own movies and engaging in various entrepreneurial ventures. Her life off-screen, marked by multiple marriages and high-profile relationships, further solidified her celebrity status. Swanson remains celebrated as an enduring symbol of the silent film era’s glamour and a trailblazer for women in the film industry.