Svetlova, Marina. (1922–2009)

Signed Photograph

Signed Seymour of New York photograph of the great French ballerina, who has inscribed "To Paul / Most sincerely / Marina Svetlova."  Text to image reads "Compliments of Selva Dance Shoes."  In very fine condition.  5 x 7 inches (12.7 x 17.8 cm.).

Early on in her career, Svetlova was a dancer with Ida Rubinstein's experimental ballet troupe, going on to appear as a soloist with such prominent companies as the Original Ballet Russe, American Ballet Theatre, Metropolitan Opera Ballet, and the New York City Opera Ballet.

From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications. (19485)
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