June (June Tripp)
Stage and Screen Actress (Silent Film Star) · Film & Theater - Early Cinema/Silent Era
Alfred Hitchcock / Gainsborough Pictures
Era
Circa 1925-1930 (Silent Film Peak)
Item Type
Vintage Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)
Condition
Very Good - the photograph has good clarity with some minor corner wear and slight silvering typical of silver gelatin prints from the period.
Rarity
Scarce - she was a notable star of the 1920s, but her autographs are less frequently seen today than American stars of the same period.
Overall Assessment
A charming and authentic contemporary signed portrait of a notable silent film star. It is a high-quality example of early 20th-century celebrity ephemera.
Authenticity Assessment
Likely authentic based on ink aging, flow, and vintage postcard format from the proper era. Confidence level: High for a period-authentic signature.
Signature Style
Cursive first-name signature with the inscription 'Yours sincerely'. Includes a long, elegant flourish underlining the name 'June'.
Signature Characteristics
Fluent, rapid script with a sharp upward slant. The letter 'J' is distinctively tall with a sharp descending loop, and the 'e' terminates in a long, horizontal underline.
Ink & Medium
Old black liquid ink, likely from a fountain pen; shows appropriate aging and slight absorption into the vintage paper stock.
Item Description
Promotional sepia-toned studio portrait postcard featuring a head-and-shoulders view of June Tripp in 1920s attire. The name 'JUNE' is printed at the bottom margin.
Estimated Value
$75.00 - $150.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches the signing style of early British film stars and known exemplars of her handwriting found in theatrical archives.
Authentication Tips
Look for the specific 'J' formation and the long, thin line trailing off the 'e'. Verify the postcard paper stock is era-appropriate (early 20th-century photo paper).
Certification Recommendation
JSA (James Spence Authentication) or PSA/DNA would be the standard for general memorabilia collectors.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed. The ink flow is consistent with fountain pens of the 1920s.
Provenance Notes
Origin likely from a UK theatrical collector. Documentation of the specific photo studio or publisher (often on the back) helps solidify age.
Historical Context
June Tripp (known simply as 'June') was a major star of the English stage and screen, best known for her role in Hitchcock's 1927 silent masterpiece 'The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog'.
Market Trends
Stable; there is a niche but persistent market for Alfred Hitchcock-related actors (she starred in 'The Lodger').
Investment Potential
Low to Moderate - primarily a piece for collectors of Hitchcock history or 1920s glamour, rather than a high-growth financial asset.
Similar Autographs
Ivor Novello, Mabel Poulton, Lillian Gish, Mary Pickford.
Display & Preservation
Keep in an acid-free sleeve or frame with UV-filtering glass to prevent the sepia photo from fading and the ink from 'ghosting'.
Interesting Facts
She was married to Lord Inverclyde and was a prominent socialite in addition to her acting career. She often signed with just her first name, reflecting her status as a 'mono-named' celebrity of the era.