Archive Material from Major 20th Century Theatrical Agencies Garners Rave Reviews at Bonhams & Butterfields

LOS ANGELES, CA.- Simulcast between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the February 14, 2010 auction of Fine Books and Manuscripts garnered international attention with competitive bidding both on the telephone and in the saleroom. “It was an energetic sale which reflected continuing interest and strength in the areas of Hollywood history, 20th Century literature and the work of architect Frank Lloyd Wright. We saw strong participation from the East Coast, as well as attendees of the California ABAA Book Fair in Los Angeles,” said Dr. Catherine Williamson, Department Director, Fine Books and Manuscripts. Included within the 400-lot auction were the extensive archives from the New York theatrical agency, American Play Company (APC)/ Century Play Company (CPC), including correspondence, contracts, company records, and theatrical scripts covering the first two quarters of the 20th century. The records of APC and CPC provide a rich resource of information on the business of show, i

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