JEAN ARTHUR IN WEDDING GOWN | THE RETURN OF DR. FU MANCHU (1930) Portrait

[Los Angeles: Paramount, 1930]. Vintage original 8 x 10″ (20 x 25 cm.) black-and-white double weight glossy silver gelatin print photo. Minor edge bend at lower right corner, about fine.

Jean Arthur made her second appearance as the character Lia Eltham in the Fu Manchu series in The Return of Dr. Fu Manchu. Starting as a leading lady in silent Westerns, Arthur paid her dues playing the leading lady in all genres during the 1920s and transitioned to talkies, where her unique voice made her a popular favorite. She became a lead star of the 1930s and 1940s. She was adored by co-stars and directors, Frank Capra saying she was his favorite actress.

In photo coded 1253-9, Jean displays the latest in wedding gown wear. Her costuming and portraiture setting are the ultimate in art deco style.