Signed Photograph Ali MacGraw – Love Story – Dedication Best Wishes + Peace – COA Included

Ali MacGraw's autographed photo: Love Story's most iconic scene with original dedication

A relic of exceptional historical and sentimental value for film memorabilia collectors and fans of one of the most beloved films in world cinema history: an autographed 24.9×20 cm photograph of Ali MacGraw, a scene still from Arthur Hiller's Love Story (1970). The image portrays the actress in the most emotional and universally recognizable moment of the film — Jenny's tear-streaked face, her gaze lost in sorrow — a composition that for over fifty years has remained in the collective imagination as an absolute symbol of cinematic romantic love. Ali MacGraw signed with a golden marker, adding the dedication "Best wishes + peace — Ali MacGraw," a signature accompanied by a double personal dedication that transforms this piece into an even rarer and more significant relic. The handwriting is clear, spontaneous, and perfectly legible. The condition is Excellent, with the mount intact and colors perfectly preserved despite the dark depth of the image. A piece destined to considerably increase in value over time.

The protagonist: Ali MacGraw

Ali MacGraw (Pound Ridge, New York, April 1, 1939) is one of the brightest and most enduring icons of 1970s American cinema, whose face is inextricably linked to one of the most watched and beloved films in Hollywood history. After her first steps in the world of photography and fashion, she debuted in cinema with Goodbye, Columbus (1969), which earned her the Golden Globe for Best New Actress. The following year, she achieved worldwide fame with Love Story (1970), a performance for which she received an Oscar nomination for Best Actress and the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Drama. The film — with its famous line that became a universal aphorism — grossed over $100 million in the United States alone, becoming one of the biggest commercial successes in American cinema history. She then starred in The Getaway (1972) alongside Steve McQueen, with whom she also shared a romantic relationship that became part of Hollywood gossip history. Her autographed photograph from Love Story is today one of the most sought-after and emotionally charged pieces in international film collecting.

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 collectibles 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 piece where the protagonist's signature has been affixed directly to the medium in certified presence, without intermediaries. It is distinctly different from printed reproductions or facsimiles due to several verifiable elements: the irregular and natural pressure of the stroke, the three-dimensionality of the ink on the medium, the spontaneity of the graphic gesture. The presence of a personal dedication adds an additional layer of uniqueness, making the item impossible to replicate in its entirety. These visual elements are complemented by the free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) and the COA from an independent certifying body included in the price. The collectible value of a certified autographed photograph grows over time in relation to its 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 medium is guaranteed directly by MTM, while the provenance and veracity of the autograph are declared by the free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA). All shipments are made with rigid, shockproof, and moisture-proof packaging to ensure maximum protection during transport. Express courier delivery within 24/72 hours of payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.