Essen, Viola - Signed Photograph Autographs Actors - Letter N creator of the title role

creator of the title role in The Merry Widow in 1905

and 2 autograph letters signed (8

dated in Montevideo in 1905

book itself is in excellent condition

signed by her and four more members of the group

Essen, Viola - Signed Photograph Autographs Actors - Letter N creator of the title roleAmerican ballet dancer (1925 1970), student of Mikhail Mordkin and an original member of the Ballet Theatre, precursor to the American Ballet Theatre. Gorgeous black and white photograph signed and inscribed by her with a short sentiment, shown in performing pose; ink stamped on verso by photographer Bruno (Hollywood). Size is 8 x 10. 1 inches, in excellent condition.