^Lot 937 Lon Chaney, Jr

Popular character actor (1906–1973) who attained fame playing such classic horror characters as the Wolf Man, Frankenstein’s monster, the Mummy, and the Son of Dracula. Super-rare vintage matte-finish 8 x 9.75 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in green fountain pen, “Creighton Chaney.” In fine condition, with some slight edge toning and creasing to lower right corner. An handsome portrait enhanced by this early, highly sought-after version of his signature.