Nicole Lee
Entertainment Fan or Model (Likely Personal Inscription) · Entertainment - Music Video/Commercial Memorabilia
Pervasive link to the 2012 music video for 'Carry On' by fun.
Era
Modern Era - Circa 2012-2015
Item Type
Promotional or Behind-the-Scenes Photograph
Condition
Excellent - The signature is vibrant against the background. The photo shows minor glare but no visible creases or tears.
Rarity
Common to Moderate - Hand-signed items of this specific cast member/individual on this specific imagery are not high-volume market items.
Overall Assessment
A well-preserved, legibly signed photograph of a high-quality production still. While the signature is not of the primary actors, it serves as a unique piece of production memorabilia.
Authenticity Assessment
Uncertain - likely a personally signed souvenir or a fan's individual name written by a cast member/extra. Confidence level: Medium.
Signature Style
Cursive/Print hybrid with legible 'Nicole' over a flourish-heavy 'Lee'. It lacks the typical high-speed scrawl of A-list celebrities like Lee Pace or Zooey Deschanel.
Signature Characteristics
Strong vertical 'N', looping 'l' and 'e' in Nicole. The surname 'Lee' is written with a sharp 'L' and two elongated 'e' loops that trail off to the right.
Ink & Medium
Silver or White fine-tip paint marker on semi-glossy photo paper. The ink shows good adherence but minimal aging.
Item Description
A high-quality 8x10 or larger photograph depicting actors Lee Pace and Zooey Deschanel in a garden setting, famously used in the music video for the song 'Carry On' by the band 'fun.'
Estimated Value
$20.00 - $40.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Does not match Lee Pace's signature (which usually features a distinct 'L' and 'P' block) or Zooey Deschanel's signature (which is typically more rounded and often includes her full name).
Authentication Tips
Compare the 'Nicole' to known handwriting of extras or crew associated with the 'Carry On' production if available. Note that this is NOT the signature of either Lee Pace or Zooey Deschanel.
Certification Recommendation
JSA (James Spence Authentication) or Beckett Authentication Services for basic autograph verification.
Red Flags
The presence of a name ('Nicole Lee') that does not belong to the primary actors in the photo suggests this may be a personalization or a signature from a less-famous participant.
Provenance Notes
Valuable context would be whether 'Nicole Lee' was a crew member on the set of the 'Carry On' music video or an extra.
Historical Context
The image is from the 2012 music video directed by Anthony Mandler. It captured a specific aesthetic moment in early 2010s indie-pop culture.
Market Trends
Niche demand. Items related to the band 'fun.' or Lee Pace collectors have a stable but specific base. This item has lower appeal than a dual-signed Pace/Deschanel photo.
Investment Potential
Low. Unless the signer attains significant fame later, this remains a sentimental or low-tier collector piece.
Similar Autographs
Autographs from Lee Pace, Zooey Deschanel, or members of the band fun. (Nate Ruess, Jack Antonoff).
Display & Preservation
Keep in a UV-protective top-loader or frame with acid-free matting to prevent the silver ink from reacting with the photo's coating.
Interesting Facts
Despite looking like a film still, this photo is actually from a music video. Collectors often mistake this for a movie that never existed.