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Auction #123 begins on 15 May 2025

Maurice MANSON, Photographer

[STREET PHOTOGRAPHY; WWII]. Collection of mainly Pisa and Florence taken during World War II

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Maurice Manson, 1913 to 2002, originally Moritz Levine, was a Canadian actor best known for his television rolls. During World War II he was an Army medical photographer in Europe (see reference).

Manila envelope with a hand written note, A collection of mainly pizza PI essay and Florence, taken by staff Sergeant Maurice Manson parentheses original father of “Jamie” in New York cast).  

Small collection of over 30 black & white photographs, most with annotations backs.  Good example of street photography soon after the war.

19 larger format, approx  9” x 7” to 10” x 8”

15 smaller, snapshots— approx 4.5” x 3.25 or slightly larger

Well preserved lot—condition is  very good or better, some back have spotting. Light wear. 

*Barrett, Art (August 29, 1976). "Veteran Actor Maurice Manson Gains Fame As Science Photog". Santa Ana Register. California, Santa Ana. p. 141. Vie Wikipedia. 

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  • Country: United States
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