Vintage Hollywood Glamor Portrait Kay Kendall by Virgil Apger 1955

Description

Original Vintage Hollywood Glamour Portrait of Kay Kendal by Virgil Apger c.1955. Presented matted and framed.
Virgil Apger (1903-1994). Apger was a portrait photographer for MGM studios from 1931-1969. Original 1950s print from large-format negative. Image: 16"W x 20"L. Hollywood Glamor at its best.
Kay Kendall was born on May 21, 1926 in Withernsea, Yorkshire, England as Justine Kay Kendall-McCarthy. She was an actress, known for The Reluctant Debutante (1958), Les Girls (1957) and Simon and Laura (1955). She was married to Rex Harrison. She died on September 6, 1959 in London, England.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good vintage condition

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Black & White Photography

Details:
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Figure, Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good vintage condition

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

21 x 17 x 1 in

Vintage Hollywood Glamor Portrait Kay Kendall by Virgil Apger 1955

Lot 0366

Estimate $170-$380

Oct 10, 2026, 5:31 PM EDT

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