Up for sale is an incredibly rare, authentic vintage 8x10 publicity portrait of the legendary 1940s/1950s burlesque star and headliner, Ann \"Bang Bang\" Arbor. Known as \"The Million Dollar Figure,\" Arbor transitioned from classical ballet to become one of the premier burlesque queens of the mid-century era, headlining iconic venues like Minsky\'s Rialto.Photo Details & Provenance:• Front: Features a stunning, high-contrast black-and-white glamour portrait of Ann \"Bang Bang\" Arbor wearing her signature dark performer gloves. The bottom left corner features the prominent, authentic studio stamp of legendary theatrical photographer Gene Langan (Buffalo, N.Y.).• Back: Hand-signed with a fantastic piece of entertainment history. The inscription reads: \"To Frank a fine drummer and band leader. Thanks for a wonderful job.\" The back also clearly lists her stage name, Ann “bang bang” Arbor.Condition:Vintage, pre-owned condition. The photo has been well-preserved with sharp imagery and crisp contrast. The studio mark and reverse inscriptions are fully legible. (Note to seller: Mention any minor flaws here, such as slight corner wear or yellowing on the back, if applicable).Why This Piece is Special:Original promotional portraits of Ann \"Bang Bang\" Arbor are exceptionally difficult to find on the market. This particular piece is highly desirable not just for pin-up and burlesque collectors, but also for big band and jazz history enthusiasts due to the unique personalized message to a mid-century band leader and drummer.An incredible addition to any vintage entertainment memorabilia collection! Ships securely in a rigid photo mailer to ensure safe delivery.
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