Live Auction

LW: Asian Art, Jewelry & Estate Collections

Mon, Mar 30, 2026 06:00PM EDT
Lot 114

POSTCARD PORTRAIT (C. 1910S-1920S) BEARING SIGNATURE READING 'CHARLIE CHAPLIN'

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

Bid Increments

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$0 $10
$50 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
A black-and-white photographic postcard featuring a full-length portrait of Charlie Chaplin in his classic costume-bowler hat, cane, waistcoat, and oversized trousers-printed on period postcard stock with standard divided-back format. The card shows expected age toning and light surface wear consistent with handling and storage over a century. The signature contrasts clearly against the monochrome image, enhancing visual impact and display appeal.