Signed Photograph Lex Barker – Black and White Portrait – COA Included

The Protagonist: Lex BarkerLex Barker's Autographed Photograph: Black and White Portrait with Original Signature

A relic of extraordinary historical and collectible value for enthusiasts of classic American and European cinema: Lex Barker's autographed photograph, 25.4×20.4 cm in size, a black and white portrait of great photographic quality that captures his unmistakable charm and powerful stage presence. The shot depicts the American actor in a close-up with dramatic and modeling light that enhances his strong features and intense gaze — an aesthetic typical of cinematic promotional portraits of the 1950s and 1960s, which gives the piece an immediate and recognizable vintage character. The original signature is placed with a blue marker in the lower left part, in elegant and perfectly legible cursive, with the personal and three-dimensional stroke that distinguishes an authentic autograph from any reproduction. The condition is Excellent, with the support intact and contrasts perfectly preserved. A piece of increasing rarity, linked to the memory of one of the most fascinating and versatile actors of post-war American and European cinema.

The Protagonist: Lex Barker

Lex Barker (Rye, New York, May 8, 1919 – New York, May 11, 1973) was one of the most charismatic and popular American actors in post-war international cinema, famous in both the United States and Europe for his extraordinary physical presence and natural charm. After a military career during World War II, he debuted in Hollywood cinema in the late 1940s and quickly rose to prominence playing the role of Tarzan in five consecutive films between 1949 and 1953, becoming one of the most recognizable faces of the character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs. He subsequently moved to Europe — particularly Germany and Italy — where he built a second highly successful career, becoming a star of popular European cinema in the 1960s. In Germany, he played the character of Old Shatterhand in the Winnetou saga, based on the novels by Karl May, achieving unprecedented public success. His autographed photograph is now a collector's item of great rarity, linked to one of the most fascinating and transversal cinematic careers in American and European cinema of the twentieth century.

Certificate of Authenticity COA

This autograph comes with the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) included free of charge, and the Certificate of Authenticity (COA) issued exclusively by the most authoritative independent third-party certification bodies in the world of collecting (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 piece where the protagonist's signature has been affixed directly to the support in certified presence, without intermediaries. It differs sharply from printed reproductions or facsimiles by several verifiable elements: the irregular and natural pressure of the stroke, the three-dimensionality of the ink on the support, the spontaneity of the graphic gesture. In addition to these visual elements, the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) is included free of charge, and the independent certifying body's COA is included in the price. The collectible value of a certified autographed photograph grows over time in relation to historical relevance, the rarity of available signatures on the market, and the international popularity of the subject.

Authenticity and MTM Guarantee

MTM Memorabilia is the Italian reference point for discerning collectors of authentic sports memorabilia. Each piece is selected with rigorous quality and provenance criteria by our experts. The originality of the support is guaranteed directly by MTM, while the provenance and veracity of the autograph are declared by the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) included free of charge. Every shipment is made with rigid, shock-proof, and humidity-resistant packaging to ensure maximum protection during transport. Express courier with delivery within 24/72 hours from payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.