Norma Shearer Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
NORMA SHEARER
Born: August 10, 1902 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Died: June 12, 1983 in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California
Norma Shearer born on August 10, 1902, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada and she was a Canadian-American actress.
Shearer began her acting career in silent films after relocating to New York City in the early 1920s. She signed with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) and quickly became one of the studio’s most prominent stars. Transitioning successfully to sound films, she gained early acclaim with The Divorcee (1930), which earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress. Shearer starred in several major MGM productions, including A Free Soul (1931), Strange Interlude (1932), The Barretts of Wimpole Street (1934), Romeo and Juliet (1936), and Marie Antoinette (1938). For her work in these films, she received five additional Academy Award nominations. Her final film role was in Her Cardboard Lover (1942), after which she retired from acting.
Shearer was married to MGM production head Irving Thalberg from 1927 until his death in 1936. The couple had two children, and their marriage linked her closely with the inner workings of the studio during Hollywood's Golden Age. After Thalberg’s death, Shearer gradually reduced her film appearances. After retiring from film, she lived a private life in California and declined most offers for a return to the screen.
Shearer began her acting career in silent films after relocating to New York City in the early 1920s. She signed with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) and quickly became one of the studio’s most prominent stars. Transitioning successfully to sound films, she gained early acclaim with The Divorcee (1930), which earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress. Shearer starred in several major MGM productions, including A Free Soul (1931), Strange Interlude (1932), The Barretts of Wimpole Street (1934), Romeo and Juliet (1936), and Marie Antoinette (1938). For her work in these films, she received five additional Academy Award nominations. Her final film role was in Her Cardboard Lover (1942), after which she retired from acting.
Shearer was married to MGM production head Irving Thalberg from 1927 until his death in 1936. The couple had two children, and their marriage linked her closely with the inner workings of the studio during Hollywood's Golden Age. After Thalberg’s death, Shearer gradually reduced her film appearances. After retiring from film, she lived a private life in California and declined most offers for a return to the screen.
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 22007Norma Shearer signature: "Norma Shearer", signed on a glossy surface. Shearer won an Academy Award for The Divorcee and was nominated for five others. She retired from films after 1942. Ink stains are present at the top edge.Price: $160.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 258795Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Mr. Roger Harris -/Greetings from/Norma Shearer". Norma Shearer, an Academy Award-winning actress known for The Divorcee, retired from films after 1942. Mounting stains on verso noted.
Sale Price $545.00
$650.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 179321Photograph inscribed and signed with "To Lorraine/with appreciation and/all good wishes from/Norma Shearer". Norma Shearer, an Academy Award-winning actress, is known for her roles in The Divorcee and other notable films.
Price: $700.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 277634Photograph of Norma Shearer, signed with the inscription "To John R. Bradford/Sincerely/Norma Shearer". The black and white image features Shearer in an embroidered jacket. Shearer won an Oscar for The Divorcee and was a prominent actress.
Price: $425.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 286187Photograph of Norma Shearer inscribed and signed: "To J. B. McKillen/Best Wishes/Norma Shearer." Shearer, an Academy Award-winning actress, is depicted resting her chin in her hand. A photographer's stamp appears on the verso.
Price: $600.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 288003Photograph of actress Norma Shearer inscribed and signed: "To John Beui/Most sincerely/Norma Shearer". Shearer, an Academy Award winner for The Divorcee, was active in film until 1942. Item shows tape markings and soiling.
Price: $450.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 309679Photograph depicting Norma Shearer in a long gown, inscribed and signed: "To Freddy/from/Norma." Inscription made to director and producer Frederick de Cordova, originating from his estate. Signature is legible, though in poor contrast.
Price: $1,300.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 323398Photograph of Norma Shearer, inscribed “To Major Borré-/with kindest regards/Norma Shearer.” Signed in sepia tone. Shearer won an Academy Award for The Divorcee and was nominated for five others. She retired from films after 1942.
Sale Price $925.00
$1,100.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 323399Photograph of Norma Shearer smiling, inscribed to a fan with "best wishes". Signed: "To Jacqueline Borreé/with best wishes/from/Norma Shearer", in ink. Shearer, an Oscar-winning actress, retired from films after 1942.
Price: $950.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1935 - HFSID 289819Vintage studio photograph inscribed in person to collector Saul Goodman, signed: "To Saul/Best Wishes/from/Norma Shearer". Ink stamp on verso dates signature to September 3, 1935. Norma Shearer was an acclaimed actress and Academy Award winner.
Price: $550.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1941 - HFSID 290048Photograph of Norma Shearer, shown talking on the phone, is inscribed in person to collector Saul Goodman with the text "To Saul/from/Norma Shearer". Signature is dated July 31, 1941, confirmed by a collector's ink stamp on the verso.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 279734Photograph of Norma Shearer, signed "With my good wishes/Sincerely/Norma Shearer". This vintage sepia-toned image captures a young Shearer in a white blouse, matted in two-tone brown. Shearer won an Oscar for The Divorcee and was nominated for five others.
Sale Price $795.00
$950.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 285057Photograph of Norma Shearer, inscribed and signed "Sincerely/Norma Shearer". Shearer won an Academy Award for The Divorcee and was married to MGM producer Irving Thalberg. Signature is light but legible.
Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 179322Photograph signed and inscribed: "To Dixie --/With appreciation/and best wishes/Norma Shearer". Norma Shearer, an Academy Award-winning actress known for The Divorcee, is recognized for her significant film career and personal connections in Hollywood.
Price: $550.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 272745Photograph signed: "Norma Shearer". This publicity photograph is associated with the 1940 drama Escape, showcasing Shearer as Countess Ruby von Treck. An autograph request from a collector is noted on the verso.
Price: $600.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 179305Photograph signed by Norma Shearer, stating "Most Sincerely/Norma Shearer". Shearer, an Academy Award-winning actress known for The Divorcee, retired from films after 1942. Vintage item with slight mounting stains on the verso, not affecting the signature.
Price: $550.00
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NORMA SHEARER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 289833Photograph signed by Norma Shearer and Herbert Marshall, dated November 23, 1936, and August 16, 1938. Signed in person for collector Saul Goodman during a CBS Radio broadcast, showcasing both actors from the classic film era.
Price: $800.00
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NORMA SHEARER - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED 05/30/1932 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 205410Original art inscribed and signed "To H.E. Muller/Sincerely/Norma Shearer/1932", also signed by the artist "H.E. Muller/5.30.32". The piece is a pencil drawing of Norma Shearer, recognized for her Academy Award-winning performance in The Divorcee.
Price: $425.00
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NORMA SHEARER - ORIGINAL ART SIGNED 01/1940 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 275382Portrait signed by Norma Shearer in January 1940, noting her role in Escape. Also signed by the artist, Griffith, with pencil notes regarding its history. Includes clippings related to Shearer and her husband, Irving Thalberg.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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NORMA SHEARER - ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 222716Original art signed: "Norma Shearer", also signed by the artist: "M.H. Herrin". This is a pencil close-up drawing of Shearer, highlighting her significance as an Academy Award-winning actress and notable film figure.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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NORMA SHEARER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 07/18/1934 - HFSID 275381Letter signed by Norma Shearer, expressing gratitude to a fan for her "sincere interest" and a drawing. Dated July 18, 1934, in Los Angeles, the letter is addressed to Miss Catherine Hollenbach, accompanied by the original mailing envelope.
Price: $400.00
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NORMA SHEARER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/14/1940 - HFSID 275108Letter signed by Norma Shearer, dated October 14, 1940, expressing her thoughts on a script and affectionately addressing Gilbert Miller. Accompanied by a carbon copy of Miller's letter. Shearer won an Oscar for The Divorcee and retired from films in 1942.
Price: $400.00
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NORMA SHEARER - TYPED STATEMENT SIGNED - HFSID 255153Typed statement signed: "Norma Shearer", detailing her experience at the opening night of 'War and Peace' at the Greek Theatre during World War II. The statement is in all capital letters and reflects her perspective on the performance.
Price: $360.00
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DICK POWELL - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1936 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 289558Photograph signed by Dick Powell, Frances Langford, Edna May Oliver, Louella O. Parsons, Norma Shearer, and Ralph Forbes. Inscribed to collector Saul Goodman, it includes multiple signatures and dates from 1936 to 1940, depicting the stars reading scripts or sheet music.
Price: $1,200.00
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GRETA GARBO - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 348934Photograph featuring a large crowd at a 1927 MGM convention, signed by 27 MGM stars including Greta Garbo and Lon Chaney, Sr.. Accompanied by an unsigned original printed menu. Documenting a significant MGM event in early Hollywood.
Price: $7,950.00
