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Walter Lantz and Grace Stafford autographed cards, including an original hand-drawn sketch of Woody Woodpecker by his creator, Walter Lantz, accompanied by a separately autographed card from his wife, Grace Stafford, who provided the character's distinctive voice for nearly four decades.

The Walter Lantz card measures 5 x 3 inches and features an original sketch of Woody Woodpecker's head, drawn in blue felt-tip marker. Beneath the illustration, Lantz has inscribed "To Joe," followed by his signature, "Walter Lantz," and the additional notation "and Woody Woodpecker."

The accompanying card is personally inscribed in blue ink, "Good Luck Joe," and signed "Grace Stafford," with the additional handwritten identification "Woody's Voice."

A particularly appropriate pairing of autographs from the husband-and-wife team responsible for one of animation's most recognizable characters.

Fine condition with light age toning.

Walter Lantz (1899–1994) was an American animator, cartoonist, and film producer best known as the creator of Woody Woodpecker. Founder of Walter Lantz Productions, he also introduced popular characters including Andy Panda and Chilly Willy. He received an honorary Academy Award in 1979 for his contributions to animation.

Grace Stafford (1903–1992) was an American actress and the wife of Walter Lantz. Beginning in 1950, she became the longtime voice of Woody Woodpecker, providing the character's distinctive vocal performances for animated theatrical shorts and television productions until the early 1990s.

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Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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