This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/16/2016
Howard Hughes was an American entrepreneur, known during his life as one of the most financially successful individuals in the world. First making a name for himself as a film producer, he then became an influential figure in the aviation industry. Later in life, he became known for his eccentric behavior and reclusive lifestyle which was caused in part by a worsening obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) and chronic pain from a plane crash. Due to his notorious reclusiveness, anything signed by Hughes is rare, and a signed portrait by him is nearly impossible to find. Signed "To Chief Britto, with my very best wishes, Howard Hughes", this 7.5" x 9.5" black & white is not only the first photo of Hughes we have ever had the honor of offering, it is graced with an extremely bold autograph and inscription grading GEM MINT 10! In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a full Letter of Grading & Authenticity from PSA/DNA.