An original 3x5.5" vintage photo from a huge collection of over 400 celebrity (mostly British) hand-signed autographs that we acquired from the estate of a collector named Grace who collected all of the autographs through mail and in person.

We are confident in the autograph's authenticity and are happy to warranty your purchase to this fact. Professionally packaged in a rigid mailer for safe delivery.

Photo Overview

This is an original 3.5 x 5.5 inch glossy Associated British Picture Corporation publicity photograph featuring Oscar-nominated British actor Richard Todd in a classic head-and-shoulders studio portrait, boldly autographed in blue fountain pen with the inscription "Sincere good wishes, Richard Todd." The verso is blank, consistent with ABPC’s 1950s promotional prints distributed to fans and press, and the image captures Todd at the height of his post-war stardom in London.

Richard Todd (1919-2009) was one of Britain’s most bankable post-WW2 leading men, earning an Academy Award nomination for The Hasty Heart (1949) and later starring in smash hits such as The Dam Busters (1955) and Disney’s first live-action Robin Hood (1952). A decorated paratrooper who fought on D-Day, Todd’s dual status as war hero and matinee idol makes his genuine vintage signatures highly collectible—secure this authentic piece of cinema history today before another fan does.

Text Present

Front lower margin: RICHARD TODD
Front lower margin beneath: AN ASSOCIATED BRITISH STAR
Autograph across lapel: Sincere good wishes, Richard Todd

Print analysis: Studio publicity print on period fiber-based paper, blank back with no later dates or modern codes, surface sheen and slight silvering at edge consistent with 1950s Type 1 photos; very likely printed within three years of the sitting.

Condition: In good vintage condition. Please see scans of the image we have provided for the most accurate and complete state of the photo.