Lot 1112: Val Lewton

Val Lewton
Film producer and screenwriter (1904-1951) known for producing low-budget horror movies throughout the 1940s, including The Cat People. TLS signed "Val," one page, Selznick International Pictures letterhead, 8.5 x 11, December 23, 1940. A brief inter-office inquiry. In full: "We have here at the office a good, easily read copy of Wings of a Dove, which Mr Selznick asked Miss Burns to purchase in New York. Does he want to see it now? Or shall I hold it for the present?" Pencil notations for inter-office communication have been added below in a different hand. In very good condition, with moderate toning to the top and bottom, intersecting folds, a crease to the upper left corner, and light edge chips along the top edge.