Signed Photograph Jayne Mansfield – B&W Portrait Press Photo Teddy Piaz Paris – 1950s – COA Included

Jayne Mansfield's autographed photo: an original 1950s press photo signed by the Hollywood icon, taken by the official Champs-Élysées photographer Teddy Piaz

An heirloom of absolute rarity and exceptional historical and collectible value: the original black and white press photo depicts Jayne Mansfield — one of the most sensual and irresistible divas of 1950s Hollywood cinema — in a portrait of great elegance and charm. The actress is seated in a pose, wearing a sleeveless ribbed sweater and long black gloves, against a backdrop with a mural painting, in an atmosphere typical of Parisian settings of the era. The jagged edges and the stamp on the bottom right — "TEDDY PIAZ / 12 Champs-Élysées / Paris" — certify its origin from one of the most prestigious photographic studios in 1950s Paris, whose shots were distributed as postcards and official souvenirs in entertainment venues and nightclubs in the French capital. Jayne Mansfield's original autograph is affixed in blue ink in the center of the image, legible as "Jayne Mansfield". The dimensions of 13.8x8.9 cm correspond to the standard format of vintage postcard press photos. Extraordinary Excellent condition for a document of this rarity and age.

The legend: Jayne Mansfield

Jayne Mansfield, stage name of Vera Jayne Palmer (Bryn Mawr, April 19, 1933 – New Orleans, June 29, 1967), was one of the most famous and iconic divas of 1950s and 1960s Hollywood cinema. Platinum blonde, statuesque physique, and irresistible stage presence, she was associated with Marilyn Monroe for the role she played in the collective imagination of the time. She starred in highly successful films such as "Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?" and graced the stages of the most important nightclubs and theaters in Broadway and Paris, becoming one of the most sought-after American stars in Europe. An icon of style, sensuality, and entertainment, Jayne Mansfield tragically died on June 29, 1967, in a car accident at just 34 years old, leaving an irreplaceable void in the entertainment world. Her premature death makes every authentic autograph of hers a document of absolute rarity and inestimable value for collectors of Hollywood memorabilia.

COA Certificate of Authenticity

This autograph comes with a free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) and a COA Certificate of Authenticity issued exclusively by independent third-party certifying bodies among the most authoritative in the world in the collecting sector (PSA, JSA, Beckett, Epperson, Autograph COA or Associazione Autografia) — both included in the price.

What is an original autographed photograph?

An original autographed photograph is a unique historical document where the protagonist's signature was affixed directly to the print with certified presence, without intermediaries. In the case of deceased film divas — like Jayne Mansfield, who left us in 1967 at just 34 years old — every authentic autograph is by definition unique: no new ones will ever exist, and existing ones decrease in number over time with a constantly growing market value. The press photo with the Teddy Piaz Paris stamp adds an additional layer of documentary authenticity to the item itself, which is already a collector's item. In addition to these elements, the free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) and the COA included in the price provide internationally recognized protection.

MTM Authenticity and Guarantee

MTM Memorabilia is the Italian benchmark for demanding collectors of authentic sports and cultural memorabilia. Each piece is selected with rigorous quality and origin criteria by our experts. The originality of the item is guaranteed directly by MTM, while the origin and veracity of the autograph are declared by the free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA). Every shipment takes place with rigid, shockproof, and moisture-proof packaging to ensure maximum protection during transport. Express courier with delivery within 24/72 hours from payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.