Signature and Inscribed Calling Card

OWENS, John A. (1823-86)

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One of the 19th century most influential theatrical managers was also one of its wealthiest, a pioneering popular comic actor who debuted in Philadelphia in 1840, toured the country and was noted for the Yankee characters and other eccentrics he perfected. Superb signature and inscription on the verso of his printed "John E. Owens" calling card, heavy stock 3�" X 1 3/4". Near fine. Faintly age toned. Handsomely and boldly penned in his fine tight script, the actor writes: "Aigburth Vale / Baltimore County / M-d. / Edward B Cook Esq / Better late / than never Yours truly / John E. / Owens. / June 30 '73." Aigburth Vale was Owens' famed country home, designed by architects Niermsee and Neilson in 1868, and "Better Late Than Never" was one of Owens' popular comedies. A great example on an appropriate item.

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Main Street Fine Books & Manuscripts has been buying and selling quality books, autographs and ephemera since 1991. We specialize in general antiquarian, first editions, signed books and autographs and documents. We are members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA), Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association (MWABA), Universal Autograph Collectors Club (UACC) and The Manuscript Society.

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