Happy Birthday Rita Hayworth

Rita Hayworth Hand-Signed / Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to actress and dancer Rita Hayworth (1918-1987) one of the 1940's top stars, appearing in a total of 61 films over 37 years, and the top pin-up girl for GIs during World War II. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this rare 8 x 10 inch photograph by photographer Coburn (stamped on verso) which has been hand-signed by Rita Hayworth to actress Jean Dodds. Accompanied by a copy of the letter of provenance from Dodds, who worked with and was friends with many stars from the golden age of Hollywood. In Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Nastassja Kinski

Nastassja Kinski Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to model and actress Nastassja Kinski, best known for her roles in Tess (1979) and Paris, Texas (1984). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo that has been hand-signed in person by the sex symbol. Crisp clear signature on a mint photo. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Shangri-La by Mitch O'Connell

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Happy Birthday Bettie Page

Bettie Page: The Life of a Pin-Up Legend Signature Edition

Happy birthday to Pin-Up Queen Bettie Page (1923 - 2008), the ultimate girl-next-door, and one of the most popular Playboy centerfolds. Bettie Page challenged the conservative 1950s, posing as a fierce dominatrix, and earning both a cult underground following and a Senate Committee investigation. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is Bettie Page: The Life of a Pin-Up Legend Signature Edition. The book chronicles Page's life and career, telling the incredible story of a woman who has left an indeliable mark on the history of popular culture. 500 photos. Hand-signed by Bettie Page. Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Mamie Van Doren

Mamie Van Doren Signed Photo

Happy 84th birthday to 1950s sex symbol Mamie Van Doren, who starred as the "bad girl" in some of Hollywood's most enduring teenage cult films like High School Confidential (1958). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo which has been hand-signed by Van Doren. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy color photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

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Stocking Stuffer Limited Edition Giclee Print Signed by Olivia De Berardinis

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Happy Birthday Bo Derek

Bo Derek Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to actress and model Bo Derek! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color glossy photograph from the 1979 Blake Edwards film 10 that has been hand-signed in person by the sex symbol. Very Fine Condition. Provenance Hollywood Show October 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Spotlight on Illustrator Charles Gates Sheldon

  

  

Charles Gates Sheldon (1889 - 1960) is an artist best known for his pin-ups, Hollywood, and fashion drawings for magazines from about 1900 to the 1930s. He was one of the highest paid illustrators of his time and studied under the famed Art Nouveau artist Alphonse Mucha in Paris. Collector's Shangri-La is proud to feature several newly acquired Sheldon originals including work from the Estate of Charles Martignette, collector, historian, and author of The Great American Pin-Up.

Happy Birthday Bettie Page - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Bettie Page "Rose Hips" Painting Original Art Signed by Olivia and Bettie Page

Happy birthday to "pin-up queen" Bettie Page (1923-2008)! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original watercolor and gouache painting on board by regular Playboy Magazine contributor Olivia De Berardinis entitled "Rose Hips" (1999). Signed lower right by both the artist and model Page. 15 x 20 inches Framed under glass to an overall size of 26.25 x 31.25 inches. A letter of authenticity from Steve Grad and Zach Rullo/PSA DNA accompanies this item. This painting was published in the book The Art of Olivia and was reproduced in a signed limited edition print. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Hugh Hefner - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Hugh Hefner with Bill Cosby and Shel Silverstein on Playboy After Dark (1968)

Happy 88th birthday to the founder of Playboy, Hugh Hefner! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this incredible illustrated autobiography published by Taschen and autographed by Hefner. The six volume set presents highlights from Playboy's first 25 years and are limited to 1,500 numbered copies in a 10mm-thick Plexiglas case. Contains a facsimile copy of Playboy Magazine issue 1 from 1953 with the iconic Marilyn Monroe cover and nude shots. Special bonus: a 7 x 7 cm piece of Hef's silk pajamas, worn by the man himself! Brand new and unread. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Mamie Van Doren - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Mamie Van Doren Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to 1950s sex symbol Mamie Van Doren, best known as the "bad girl" in some of Hollywood's most enduring teenage cult films like High School Confidential (1958) and Untamed Youth (1957). Our Collector's Treasure of the day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo hand-signed by Van Doren. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy color photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Nastassja Kinski - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Nastassja Kinski Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to model and actress Nastassja Kinski, best known for her roles in Tess (1979) and Paris, Texas (1984). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo that has been hand-signed in person by the young sex symbol. Crisp clear signature on a mint photo. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Holidays from Collector's Shangri-La - Collector's Treasure of the Day

T'was the Night Before Christmas Limited Edition Print Signed by Olivia De Berardinis and Bettie Page

Happy Holidays from Collector's Shangri-La! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this beautiful Christmas-themed portrait of pin-up queen Bettie Page (1923 - 2008) by Playboy Magazine contributor Olivia De Berardinis entitled "T'was the Night Before Christmas" was published by Robert Bane Fine Art. Hand-signed by both Olivia and Page. 11 x 11 inches heavy stock giclée print. Number 2 in a edition of 100. Very Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Treasure of the Day - Happy Birthday Bettie Page and John Waters!

Bettie Page Original Painting by Olivia De Berardinis Signed by Both

Today marks the birthday of two of our favorite icons of pop culture: the "Pope of Trash" John Waters and and the "Queen of Pin-Up" Bettie Page (1923 - 2008). This world would be a much less interesting place without their contributions.

Pictured above is an original watercolor and gouache painting on board by regular Playboy Magazine contributor Olivia De Berardinis from 1999 entitled "Rose Hips". This painting was published in the book The Art of Olivia.

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